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Front Plank

Isometric anti-extension core staple for trunk stability.

Muscles targeted

White = primary movers · gray = assisting muscles

Front

Back

Coreprimary
100%
Shoulderssecondary
45%
CoreShoulders

Form guide

Position-by-position cues — train the pattern before you load it.

01

Position 1

Forearms on the floor, elbows under shoulders, body straight.

02

Position 2

Brace as if expecting a punch; squeeze glutes.

03

Position 3

Hold without hips sagging or piking.

Coach cues

  • · Breathe steadily — do not hold breath.
  • · Quality over duration.