How long you should be able to do a plank at every age, from 20s to 60+ — they’re good for more than just abs

How long you should be able to do a plank at every age, from 20s to 60+ — they’re good for more than just abs

When it comes to one exercise, being board stiff isn’t a bad thing. “Planks not only improve core strength but also engage multiple muscle groups, enhancing overall body coordination and stability,” said Phoenix Carnevale, a class experience leader at Life Time One Wall Street in Manhattan with more than 20 years in the fitness industry. … Read more

Grandmother of 12 breaks Guinness World Record for longest plank held at over 4.5 hours: ‘Like a dream’

Grandmother of 12 breaks Guinness World Record for longest plank held at over 4.5 hours: ‘Like a dream’

1, 2, 3… go!  A grandmother just broke the Guinness World Record for the longest time in an abdominal plank position for a female.  DonnaJean Wilde is a 58-year-old mom of 5 and grandmother of 12 from Alberta, Canada, who can now add a world record to her resume.  The Canadian held the plank for just over … Read more

A kid started ‘planking’ on plane seats midway through my flight and his parents did nothing: ‘They gave up’

A kid started ‘planking’ on plane seats midway through my flight and his parents did nothing: ‘They gave up’

By now we’re all acutely aware that the general population finds kids on planes problematic. Every week there’s a story about a crying/pooping child on a flight, and their entitled parents. How dare they make noise/smell/jump on tray tables/sit in first class. Some who report these offenses (usually on Reddit) have a point; but some also simply can’t stomach … Read more