The plank
Roll your weight forward and place your body in the plank position. Your forearms should be firmly planted on the floor, your thighs tightly glued together, and your ankles should push toward the back of the room. Push your stomach toward your spine and make sure your hips are parallel to the floor. “With this movement, everything should be centered with your body’s midline,” Young explains. Remember to take deep breaths. “You’ll start to feel your body shake. Lower your plank to your forearms – a great exercise for toning the belly – and then hold!” Be sure to keep your elbows