Planks are something nearly every athlete does, but very rarely are they done right. Watch here for how to properly set up the plank from head to toe. For a little more depth on the ratoinale for the plank, dive right into Jacob's article here: http://coreadvantage.com.au/blog/2015/thecore | Core Advantage Athletic Development

The plank is a highly effective core training exercise. To perform it properly, keep the following key points in mind: 1. Place your hands naturally forward on the floor. This helps reduce pressure on the shoulders and prevents the elbows from tucking in too close. 2. Keep your head aligned with your spine. Look down at the floor-avoid tilting your head up or down to maintain a neutral neck position. 3. Protract your shoulder blades. Don’t pinch them together-keep them slightly spread to stabili