Vanilla ice cream, a plain cheeseburger, that little black dress-sometimes keeping it simple is actually the most satisfying. That goes for the core move youve probably done in almost every workout ...

How to do the perfect side plank, and how to make it easier (and harder). Planks are hard. Even just 30 seconds in plank position can feel like an eternity. But as challenging as planks are, side ...

If you’ve ever tried them, you know side planks are challenging­—even more than regular planks. But they’re a critical move, says Keli Roberts, an exercise physiologist with the American College of ...

The real secret to a sexy stomach is carving out those lines to frame your budding six pack (a.k.a. your obliques). p pulse Follow Check out Womens Healths Fitness Faceoff every week to learn which ...

When it comes to ab workouts, there’s a nine out of 10 chance they will involve some sort of a plank. The move is a staple for good reason: They’re challenging and certainly bring the burn to your ...

Sculpt your abs with this equipment-free plank series from Carrie Underwood’s trainer Ready to sculpt your abs? This equipment-free, four-step plank series from Carrie Underwood's trainer, Erin Oprea, ...

While the standard plank is widely incorporated into core workouts, the side plank is often overlooked. This variation of the plank targets the obliques, the muscles that run along the side of your ...

Planks, which have elements of Pilates, yoga, and stretching, require little space. They strengthen your core and help you burn a lot of calories. All planks involve keeping a straight line from your ...

Core exercises like side planks offer strength and stability, and they help prevent injuries. But theres one advanced variation that targets muscles regular side planks miss: the Copenhagen plank. A ...

Once you’ve mastered forearm planks and side planks — two staple variations of the ab exercise — it might be time to take things up a notch with side plank dips. This combo core move challenges your ...