Incline Plank

A core stability exercise performed with hands on an incline bench to build endurance and strength.

Instructions

1. Set up in a plank position with your hands on an incline bench.
2. Your body should form a straight line from head to heels.
3. Your elbows should be directly under your shoulders.
4. Engage your core and maintain neutral spine alignment.
5. This is your starting position.
6. Hold this position while breathing steadily.
7. Maintain constant tension in your abdominal muscles.
8. Avoid letting your hips sag or pike upward.
9. Hold for the prescribed duration.

Tips

• Start with a higher incline to reduce difficulty and progress to lower angles over time.
• Keep your shoulders pulled back and down, away from your ears.
• Engage your glutes to help stabilize your lower back.
• Breathe steadily; do not hold your breath during the hold.
• Progress by increasing hold duration or decreasing incline angle.
• If you feel lower back strain, adjust your form or decrease the difficulty.