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45 Degree Plank

Calisthenics / Beginner

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  • Flat Bench

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45 degree plank is a calisthenics exercise that primarily targets the abs ...more

45 degree plank is a calisthenics exercise that primarily targets the abs.

The only 45 degree plank equipment that you really need is the following: flat bench. There are however many different 45 degree plank variations that you can try out that may require different types of 45 degree plank equipment or may even require no equipment at all.

Learning proper 45 degree plank form is easy with the step by step 45 degree plank instructions, 45 degree plank tips, and the instructional 45 degree plank technique video on this page. 45 degree plank is a exercise for those with a beginner level of physical fitness and exercise experience. Watch the 45 degree plank video, learn how to do the 45 degree plank, and then be sure and browse through the 45 degree plank workouts on our workout plans page!

Tips

  1. Take deep breaths throughout the exercise.
  2. Squeeze stomach muscles in and pretend to touch belly button to spine.
  3. Keep core stable throughout exercise as if bracing to take a punch to the stomach.

Variations

  1. Lift one leg and hold.
  2. Lift one arm and hold.
  3. Lift one arm and opposite leg and hold.

Other Names

  • Incline Plank

Types

  • Force Type: N/A
  • Mechanics Type: Isolation

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Equipment Needed

  • Flat Bench

Tips

  1. Take deep breaths throughout the exercise.
  2. Squeeze stomach muscles in and pretend to touch belly button to spine.
  3. Keep core stable throughout exercise as if bracing to take a punch to the stomach.

Variations

  1. Lift one leg and hold.
  2. Lift one arm and hold.
  3. Lift one arm and opposite leg and hold.

Other Names

  • Incline Plank

Types

  • Force Type: N/A
  • Mechanics Type: Isolation