“Yay it’s time for plank!”
Said nobody ever.
And yet, we cannot do yoga-life without planking.
Why? Four big reasons.
- Plank is the precursor to challenging arm balances.
- Plank is critical for sun salutations.
- Plank tones the core.
- Plank strengthens your arms, wrists and spine.
- You can always impress people at parties with your planking skills.
Below we have created a list of 12 versions of plank that will improve your plank game AND keep this pose interesting!
Straight arm

Forearm Plank

Side plank

Forearm side plank

One arm plank

One leg plank

Hover your knees

Pointed plank

Plank modification (on the knees)

Plank on blocks (hands)

Plank on blocks (feet)

Reverse plank

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