How to Do a Bent Arm Plank

Strengthen the abdominal and back muscles with a bent arm plank. The key to getting the most out of this challenging core strengthener is to concentrate and hold the position.

Step 1

Get into plank position by supporting your body weight on your forearms and toes.

Step 2

Keep your abdominals contracted and your back straight, eyes ahead of you.

Step 3

Hold this position for as long as you can, building up to 1 minute.

For more great exercises to improve your strength and fitness, check out:

• Total Body Workout Routine
• Weight Lifting for Women
• Warm-Up Exercises
• Ab Exercises
• Arm, Chest, and Shoulder Exercises
• Stretching