Start on all fours. Extend your right arm in front of you and your left leg behind, actively reaching in opposite directions.

While the efficacy of the basic plank hold is often questioned, given the sheer number of plank variations, one of its best replacements often goes under the radar—the reverse plank. It is one of the ...

Some of the best exercises require very little movement, or none at all. Isometric contractions and super slow repetitions have served important roles in strength training over the years. This week, I ...

The plank exercise is an old-school isometric core exercise that originated with yoga practices and has since been a standard part of mainstream bodyweight workouts. It's a top-shelf ab move that can ...

For the record, an isometric muscular contraction is static, with no movement whatsoever. The plank is among the more popular exercises in the isometric category: Once the body's in position, nothing ...

Isometrics are exercises like planks and wall sits that strengthen muscles and tone the body. Because they are low-impact, isometric exercises help injury recovery and relieve joint pain. Isometrics ...

It’s long been thought that aerobic exercise — think brisk walking, running and cycling — strengthens your heart and reduces blood pressure. And that’s true. But new evidence shows wall sits, planks ...

If you want to tame your spiralling blood pressure, perform a plank hold for as long as you can. A recent study conducted in the UK found that while all forms of exercise help in improving a person’s ...

The debate over which physical activity is better has been in full swing since even before fitness became a global industry worth nearly US$100 million each year. But one type of workout is often ...

Abdominal training can seem overwhelmingly repetitive, particularly if crunches are the only exercise in the arsenal. This week, I'll present a few tips for developing a comprehensive abdominal ...