A plank variation workout is incredibly effective for building strength, stability, and endurance.

Give this one a try.

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Adding variations like side planks, plank jacks, orforearm plankskeeps your routine dynamic and targets different muscle groups.

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Planks are adaptable to all fitness levels, require no equipment, and deliver maximum results in minimal time.

This efficient workout includes a warmup and six strength-based exercises.

The warmup

Do each exercise for 30 seconds.

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Walkout

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Worlds greatest stretch (alternating sides)

3.

Cat-cow pose (Bitilasana Marjaryasana)

4.

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Deep squat with thoracic twist (alternating sides)

5.

Hamstring sweep (alternating sides)

6.

Jumping jack

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The workout

Youll need a hand towel and resistance band to complete this workout.

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Perform each exercise one time through, then rest for 60 seconds before moving on to the next round.

Do 2-4 rounds total.

Figure-7 plank

Do a standard high plank.

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Sprinter sit-up

Do a bicycle crunch.

Eccentric sliding hamstring curl (single side)

5.

Half-kneeling single-arm row with resistance band with pulse (each side separately)

6.

Twist jump to plank

Slow the move down or take out any jumping.

you’re free to also do a plank on your knees.

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