Core Exercise: How to do a Plank

Although we've had many plank challenges before we've never explained (in pictures) how to do a regular plank! This is a great exercise that you can do anywhere and anytime. It strengthens your entire core and also many other parts of your body. We include planks every single day in our She Sweats Workout Plans!

Having correct form is key! Once you are ready you can take your planks to another level with these plank variations.

How To Do A Plank

1. Get into push-up position. Lower onto your elbows.
2. With your knees and arms around shoulder-width apart hold this position as long as possible with good form.
3. Your shoulders should be in line with your elbows.
4. Engage your core by drawing your stomach in, careful not to sag or bend your bottom.

Keep a journal of your plank times to watch how you improve!

Test your plank skills with one of our plank challenges!

• "Perfect Your Core" Plank Challenge
• 30-Day Plank Challenge

Shoulder Exercise - Y, T & I

Looking for a new shoulder exercise to add to your routine? Try this challenging Y, T & I exercise. You will see this in most of our exercise plans on shoulder day. Get ready to lower your weight substantially for this one!

Y, T & I

1. Choose light dumbbells (do NOT use heavy weights for this) - trust us, it will still be challenging!
2. Prop yourself up on an incline bench (as seen in the photos below) or lie facedown on a flat bench.
3. Grasping the dumbbells, lift both arms toward your head forming the letter "Y".

4. Next, bring your arms out to your sides to form the letter "T".

5. Lastly, bring your arms above your head with your elbows at your ears to form the letter "I".

6. Repeat for the listed number of reps.

Tips:

• As mentioned, choose a light weight for this exercise.
• Use slow and controlled motions.

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