How long should I hold a plank? | You Deserve Well

How long should I hold a plank?

Thirty to sixty seconds with excellent form is plenty for most people. Beyond that, the benefit levels off, and it is better to make the exercise harder than to hold it for minutes.

Squeeze your glutes, keep your ribs down and stop when your hips sag. Quality beats time.

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