HIIT
Abs (rectus abdominis)
Hip flexors
Beginner
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Calisthenics
Plank
Hold a rigid line from head to heels on your forearms. Simple, scalable, and still one of the best ways to build the trunk stiffness that protects your spine under load.
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Suggested use
Sets
3
Time
30s
Rest
45s
Calisthenics
Core
Beginner
Strength
Endurance
Isometric
Rehab-friendly
Muscles worked
Primary
Abs (rectus abdominis)
Transverse abdominis
Secondary
Obliques
Erector spinae
Glutes
Front delts
Equipment
No equipment needed - just your body.
How to do it
- Set your forearms on the floor with elbows under your shoulders.
- Step your feet back until your body forms one straight line from head to heels.
- Squeeze your glutes and lightly tuck your pelvis so the lower back stays neutral.
- Press the floor away through your forearms to keep the shoulder blades from collapsing.
- Breathe steadily while holding the position — no breath-holding.
- End the hold the moment your hips start to sag.
Common mistakes
- Hips sagging toward the floor, arching the lower back.
- Piking the hips up to make the hold easier.
- Holding the breath instead of breathing behind the brace.
- Chasing long, sloppy holds instead of shorter perfect ones.
Safety first
- Quality beats duration — several crisp 20-30 second holds beat one shaky marathon.
- Drop to your knees to shorten the lever if form breaks early.
Who should avoid or modify
- Recent abdominal surgery or hernia — consult a licensed clinician first.
- Pregnancy or postpartum abdominal separation — seek individualized guidance from a qualified professional.
Not medical advice
Rehab-style movements are general wellness exercises, not treatment. If you are recovering from an injury or surgery, are pregnant, or manage a chronic condition, consult a licensed clinician (physiotherapist or doctor) before performing them. Alblooshi Fit does not diagnose, treat, or cure any condition.
Stop immediately and seek medical help if you feel
- Sharp or stabbing pain (not normal muscle burn)
- Chest pain, pressure, or palpitations
- Dizziness, light-headedness, or fainting
- Numbness, tingling, or sudden weakness
- Severe shortness of breath
Breathing and tempo
Breathing: Slow, steady breaths behind a light brace for the whole hold.
