Forearm plank

Static hold of the body line in a forearm support. Elbows under the shoulders, glutes squeezed, hips in line with shoulders and heels.

Level

Start

Equipment

No equipment

Measure

hold time

Tempo

isometric

Technique

1. Elbows directly under the shoulders, forearms parallel.
2. Squeeze the glutes and tuck the pelvis slightly: the lower back does not sag.
3. Press the forearms into the floor and spread the shoulder blades.
4. Look at the floor between your hands, neck in line with the back.

Common mistakes

• Hips piked up or sagging: the line has to be straight.
• Holding your breath.