{"id":22557,"date":"2021-05-14T21:07:46","date_gmt":"2021-05-14T21:07:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=22557"},"modified":"2025-08-29T21:03:15","modified_gmt":"2025-08-29T21:03:15","slug":"doing-planks-everyday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/doing-planks-everyday\/","title":{"rendered":"Doing Planks Every Day: What Should You Expect?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/doing-planks-everyday\/#Why_Do_Planks_Every_Day\" >Why Do Planks Every Day?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/doing-planks-everyday\/#The_Benefits_of_Doing_Planks_Every_Day\" >The Benefits of Doing Planks Every Day<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/doing-planks-everyday\/#Sculpted_Abs\" >Sculpted Abs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/doing-planks-everyday\/#Reduced_Love_Handles\" >Reduced Love Handles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/doing-planks-everyday\/#Improved_Core_Strength\" >Improved Core Strength<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/doing-planks-everyday\/#Improved_Overall_Health_and_Fitness\" >Improved Overall Health and Fitness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/doing-planks-everyday\/#Improved_Daily_Functioning\" >Improved Daily Functioning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/doing-planks-everyday\/#Enhanced_Metabolism\" >Enhanced Metabolism<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/doing-planks-everyday\/#Improved_Posture\" >Improved Posture<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/doing-planks-everyday\/#How_to_Do_a_Standard_Plank\" >How to Do a Standard Plank<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/doing-planks-everyday\/#Tips_to_Help_You_Reap_the_Most_from_Doing_Planks_Every_Day\" >Tips to Help You Reap the Most from Doing Planks Every Day<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/doing-planks-everyday\/#Maintaining_the_Correct_Form\" >Maintaining the Correct Form<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/doing-planks-everyday\/#Starting_with_the_Regular_Plank\" >Starting with the Regular Plank<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/doing-planks-everyday\/#Maintaining_a_Healthy_Lifestyle\" >Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/doing-planks-everyday\/#Warming_Up_and_Cooling_Down\" >Warming Up and Cooling Down<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/doing-planks-everyday\/#Can_Planks_Get_You_in_Shape\" >Can Planks Get You in Shape?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/doing-planks-everyday\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/doing-planks-everyday\/#Is_a_1-minute_plank_a_day_enough\" >Is a 1-minute plank a day enough?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/doing-planks-everyday\/#Do_planks_help_get_a_flat_stomach\" >Do planks help get a flat stomach?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/doing-planks-everyday\/#How_often_should_I_do_planks_to_see_results\" >How often should I do planks to see results?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/doing-planks-everyday\/#Do_planks_reduce_waist_size\" >Do planks reduce waist size?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/doing-planks-everyday\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many people online and offline are singing the praises of doing planks every day. Therefore, many fitness experts and gurus have introduced daily plank challenges to encourage even more people to get on board with doing planks daily. The promise is that by doing this exercise for at least a minute every day, you can get washboard abs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2117&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Doing_Planks_Every_Day\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/PilatesOlesia.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a lot of people are yearning for a six-pack, they immediately dive straight into such challenges. A question arises: can <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-planking-burn-fat\/\">planking<\/a> for a minute or so every day really help with achieving a six-pack? Let\u2019s find out!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For many, getting ripped abs is their ultimate fitness goal. Such people are willing to do any exercise that supposedly guarantees such results. As a result, the plank exercise has become quite popular everywhere. You can find people doing planks every day for at least a minute in the hopes of getting ripped abs, but are these the actual results they reap from planking?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article, we take a comprehensive look at both the benefits and drawbacks of doing planks every day. We\u2019ll also provide you with a guide on how to properly plank in order to reap the benefits. The goal is to equip you with essential knowledge on this exercise before you do planks every other day.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Do_Planks_Every_Day\"><\/span><b>Why Do Planks Every Day?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many of us may give in to such a challenge due to the fuss surrounding it. When you find your colleagues, partner, or family members doing planks and crunches every day, you\u2019re more likely to tag along for the social aspect of it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2117&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Doing_Planks_Every_Day\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/27.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although it\u2019s nice to exercise, such a challenge is the wrong way to go, as you don\u2019t have an attainable goal behind doing planks every day. You may start the challenge just to impress your partner or support your sister or brother. However, you might later end up throwing in the towel.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This could happen because you don\u2019t have an achievable goal that will motivate you to keep up with the challenge. Knowing this, you should take the time and dig deeper into why you ought to start up such an exercise program. In most cases, your goal will align with the benefits of doing the exercises. Let\u2019s analyze the benefits of doing planks every day for a month.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Reasons why BetterMe is a safe bet: a wide range of calorie-blasting workouts, finger-licking recipes, 24\/7 support, challenges that\u2019ll keep you on your best game, and that just scratches the surface! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=doing_planks_every_day\">Start using our app and watch the magic happen<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Benefits_of_Doing_Planks_Every_Day\"><\/span><b>The Benefits of Doing Planks Every Day<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When most people think about doing planks, they immediately think of getting a six-pack. This is perhaps the most common reason why people do these exercises. However, planking has more health benefits than simply sculpting your abdominal area. Here are some <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/plank-benefits\/\">plank benefits<\/a>:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sculpted_Abs\"><\/span><b>Sculpted Abs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, we\u2019ll start with the benefit that most people are familiar with and that\u2019s getting ripped abs. When it comes to ab exercises, planks rank among the best (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/fitness-exercise\/features\/6-tips-flat-abs#1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Many people compare crunches to planks when it comes to training the abdominal area for a six-pack.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2117&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Doing_Planks_Every_Day\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Stock-image-5.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to WebMD, doing crunches for a lean midsection is an excellent idea. However, according to these fitness experts, you\u2019ll have to quickly progress to another ab exercise if you want crunches to define the muscles in your abdominal region (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/fitness-exercise\/features\/6-tips-flat-abs#1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In light of this, experts recommend doing the plank exercise. This is because it works most of your abdominal muscles, which include your internal and external obliques, transversus abdominis, and rectus abdominis (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/fitness-exercise\/features\/6-tips-flat-abs#1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). The rectus abdominis is the top abdominal muscle layer, while the transversus abdominis is the deepest abdominal muscle (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/fitness-exercise\/features\/6-tips-flat-abs#1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, it\u2019s important to remember that you can\u2019t get refined abs simply by doing this exercise. Good nutrition is essential, and this is why you must watch your diet. Eating a balanced and healthy diet that helps you maintain a calorie deficit can help you shed fat around your abdomen. As a result, your diet will shorten your road to getting a six-pack (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/fitness-exercise\/features\/six-pack-abs#1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Talk to your nutritionist to get more insight on the best meals to help you shed fat or maintain a calorie deficit.<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=doing_planks_every_day\">\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reduced_Love_Handles\"><\/span><b>Reduced Love Handles<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t be fooled by the name. There\u2019s nothing to love about love handles. They are the fat deposits that sit around your waistline. Some people refer to them as muffin tops. They\u2019re associated with various health problems, which is why we recommend reducing overall weight, including around your waistline.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Mayo Clinic acknowledges that an expanded waistline is linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, abnormal cholesterol, and breathing problems (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/womens-health\/in-depth\/belly-fat\/art-20045809\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To avoid the risk of getting these conditions, the Centers for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC) suggest maintaining an appropriate waist size. Women are advised to keep their waist size or circumference below 35 inches (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/diabetes\/managing\/healthy-weight.html#:~:text=Waist%20circumference%20(waist%20size)%20takes,fat%20and%20lower%20that%20risk!\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), while men are advised to keep it below 40 inches (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/diabetes\/managing\/healthy-weight.html#:~:text=Waist%20circumference%20(waist%20size)%20takes,fat%20and%20lower%20that%20risk!\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doing planks can be one of the components that helps you trim down to such a waist size. The most effective plank variation to help reduce your love handles is the side plank. This targets the muscles along the sides of your body, which are better known as your obliques (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/fitness\/multimedia\/core-strength\/sls-20076575?s=12\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Talk to your fitness coach before you progress to doing the side plank variation rather than the regular plank.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improved_Core_Strength\"><\/span><b>Improved Core Strength<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medical News Today also acknowledges that doing the regular high plank every day can help improve core strength (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/best-core-exercises\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). The exercise targets all your core muscles, including your erector spinae, transversus abdominis, rectus abdominis, lumbar multifidus, internal and external obliques (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/best-core-exercises\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2117&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Doing_Planks_Every_Day\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/01-1.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These core muscles need to be strengthened as they help support other body functions, such as (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/best-core-exercises\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reducing back pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improving your balance, flexibility, and stability<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preventing your risk of falls and injuries<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another study also acknowledges that core strength can protect the spine from excessive force generation during sporting activities (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6407754\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This may explain why athletes are often advised to add planks to their workout programs. Please note, you can only improve your core strength by doing planks in the correct form (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/fitness\/a19934478\/how-long-to-hold-plank\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), so you should take your time and learn how to plank correctly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/doing-planks-everyday\/\"><i>Doing Planks Every Day: What Should You Expect?<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improved_Overall_Health_and_Fitness\"><\/span><b>Improved Overall Health and Fitness<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improved overall health and fitness are also advantages of doing planks every day. These exercises target various <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/dumbbell-snatch-muscles-worked\/\">muscle groups<\/a>, which makes them particularly effective for improving your overall fitness. The regular plank targets your back and core muscles. Others, such as the side plank variation, target your butt, hips, and abdominal muscles (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/best-exercises#squats\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Planks tend to give all of these areas a good workout, which explains why this exercise can help tone the body. When combined with a full exercise routine and healthy diet, you can also shed body fat, which is linked to a reduced risk of obesity and other fatal health conditions, including various cancers, type 2 diabetes, congestive heart failure, hypertension, stroke, coronary artery disease, osteoarthritis, and pulmonary embolism (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4386197\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). As doing planks as part of an exercise routine will help reduce your body fat and obesity risk, it also reduces your risk of these obesity-related health conditions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improved_Daily_Functioning\"><\/span><b>Improved Daily Functioning<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By doing planks every day, you can improve the functionality of your daily activities. Remember that your arms, shoulders, and neck are also engaged while doing a plank. Your arms and shoulders are extensively involved in supporting your body weight.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doing these gives these body parts a great workout. It also increases their strength, which helps you perform better in your daily activities, particularly those that involve lifting.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enhanced_Metabolism\"><\/span><b>Enhanced Metabolism<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doing planks every day can also improve your metabolism. That being said, it doesn\u2019t rank high on the list of metabolism-boosting exercises. You\u2019re advised to incorporate exercises such as <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-do-burpees-for-beginners\/\">burpees<\/a> and mountain climbers for a much more enhanced metabolism.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite this, it cannot be denied that this exercise plays an important role in improving your metabolism. If you want to enhance your metabolism without changing your exercise program, Medical News Today suggests you pay close attention to your diet (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/323328\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start by eating portion-controlled meals at regular times. Your body relies on regularity and balance (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/323328\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This means that when you eat at standard times, it can help maintain hormonal and metabolic balance. You can also further boost your metabolism by drinking enough water. Water is essential for optimal metabolism (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/323328\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2117&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Doing_Planks_Every_Day\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ready-11.png\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=doing_planks_every_day\">\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improved_Posture\"><\/span><b>Improved Posture<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Incorporating planks into your daily routine can also help improve your posture. Many of us are battling poor posture due to the nature of our jobs. We spend most of our time behind a desk, which affects how we position our backs, shoulders, and necks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In many cases, we end up arching our backs and having our shoulders in front. You may have been told once or twice to pull your shoulders back and straighten your back. Poor posture happens when you spend most of your time sitting.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doing planks can help you develop better posture. Although you\u2019re doing this exercise in a horizontal position, you must remember that working the same muscles allows us to stand tall. It works your back muscles and helps them stay straight. This is done by engaging your glutes and lumbar spinae, which prevents any back arch.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consistently doing this exercise will help you maintain good posture.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe app will provide you with a host of fat-frying fitness routines that\u2019ll scare the extra pounds away and turn your body into a masterpiece! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=doing_planks_every_day\">Get your life moving in the right direction with BetterMe! <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Do_a_Standard_Plank\"><\/span><b>How to Do a Standard Plank<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before delving into doing planks every day, you must first understand how to plank correctly. There are numerous variations of the plank, but beginners are advised to start with the basic or standard plank.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some people refer to it as the traditional or regular plank. Regardless of what you call it, the process of correctly doing a plank is as follows (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/best-exercises#squats\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start by placing your elbows and forearms on the floor. Make sure they are aligned with your shoulders and remain firmly pressed on the ground throughout.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stretch your legs backward and rest on the balls of your feet. Do not bend or lock your knees. \u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slowly lift your body off the floor and make sure your body forms a straight line from head to toe.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your back straight with your core and glutes engaged, and flex your toes to support your body.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Breathe in and out normally and hold this position for 20-30 seconds.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slowly lower yourself to the floor and rest for a minute.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat two to three times.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2117&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Doing_Planks_Every_Day\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/19.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This move appears pretty easy to do, but it\u2019s pretty challenging. There is a possibility of injuring yourself if you don\u2019t learn the correct form.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work with an instructor first before you decide to take on this plank challenge. Once you master the technique, you can do planks daily and try more challenging variations.<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=doing_planks_every_day\">\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_to_Help_You_Reap_the_Most_from_Doing_Planks_Every_Day\"><\/span><b>Tips to Help You Reap the Most from Doing Planks Every Day<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As seen from the results of planking every day, there are numerous benefits you can reap from doing this exercise. However, some people can do this exercise every day but still not see results. They may also end up reporting injuries. Here are some tips to help you avoid such injuries and reap the benefits of planking:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Maintaining_the_Correct_Form\"><\/span><b>Maintaining the Correct Form<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re looking to get a six-pack, get rid of love handles, and reduce the risk of several diseases through this exercise, you must learn the correct technique. Many people make the mistake of wrongly placing their arms and arching their back while planking.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wrongly arching your back can lead to back pain and low activation of the abdominal muscles. The correct form is placing your arms directly underneath your shoulders. Make sure that the two are aligned(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/best-exercises#squats\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). When it comes to your back, make sure you keep it straight throughout the movement.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Starting_with_the_Regular_Plank\"><\/span><b>Starting with the Regular Plank<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re looking to reap the results from doing planks every day, start with the basic plank. This is particularly ideal if you\u2019ve never done a plank exercise before.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t start with complicated plank variations such as the side plank, bicycle crunch, side plank rotations, or the bent-knee side plank. Although they\u2019re quite effective and rewarding, they\u2019re not suitable for beginners.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start by familiarizing yourself with the regular plank, and then you can try other plank variations as recommended by your instructor.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Maintaining_a_Healthy_Lifestyle\"><\/span><b>Maintaining a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-challenge-ideas\/\">Healthy Lifestyle<\/a><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So much goes into getting a six-pack or reducing love handles in addition to doing planks every day. Nutrition is one factor. As much as you\u2019re getting involved with planking, it\u2019s important to remember to also pay attention to your lifestyle.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2117&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Doing_Planks_Every_Day\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Stock-image-2.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll not lose your muffin tops or belly fat if you continue drinking alcohol excessively or eating junk or processed foods. Such behaviors only compromise your efforts of losing fat when you\u2019re doing planks.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With that in mind, you should also work on changing your lifestyle for the better. Try to limit your alcohol consumption, eat mindfully and healthily, and get good rest (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/233120#Four-Ways-to-a-Healthier-Life\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Such behaviors can shorten your road to losing love handles and belly fat.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Warming_Up_and_Cooling_Down\"><\/span><b>Warming Up and Cooling Down<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if you\u2019re only doing planks, remember to warm up before you perform this exercise and cool down afterward. The majority of people who do one single exercise tend to ignore warming up. Warming up helps <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-loosen-tight-muscles\/\">loosen tight muscles<\/a> and prepare them for the upcoming activity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your warm-up routine doesn\u2019t necessarily need to be extensive, but it must be effective. A short and effective warm-up routine stokes your blood flow and prepares your body for the plank exercise program (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/fitness-exercise\/features\/warming-up-cooling-down#:~:text=A%20short%20warm%2Dup%20stokes,for%20more%20of%20a%20challenge.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll find that your muscles respond quickly to the workout as they\u2019re loose and warm. Warm up to avoid injuries that may result from forcing tight muscles to exercise. You can seek the help of a professional to help you create a meaningful warm-up routine that lasts between 5 and 10 minutes (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/fitness-exercise\/features\/warming-up-cooling-down#:~:text=A%20short%20warm%2Dup%20stokes,for%20more%20of%20a%20challenge.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2117&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Doing_Planks_Every_Day\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/ready-3.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember to cool down after you\u2019re done with your planks. This will help prevent the sudden reduction or drop of both your heart rate and blood pressure (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/fitness-exercise\/features\/warming-up-cooling-down#:~:text=A%20short%20warm%2Dup%20stokes,for%20more%20of%20a%20challenge.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For this routine, you need to incorporate exercises that allow you to stretch and relax. Don\u2019t add vigorous activities as they\u2019ll only increase your heart rate, further telling your body it\u2019s continuing with the exercise routine.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/planks-for-back-pain\/\"><i>Planks For Back Pain: Another Reason Why This Go-To Bodyweight Exercise Will Never Go Out Of Fashion<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Planks_Get_You_in_Shape\"><\/span><b>Can Planks Get You in Shape?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Planks can get you in shape by strengthening your core muscles, which include the abdominal muscles, lower back muscles, and obliques. This means that doing planks on a regular basis can help improve your posture, stability, and overall core strength.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting in shape is not just about having toned muscles and a slim figure. It&#8217;s also about having strong core muscles that support your body and help prevent injuries. Planks are a great exercise for targeting these important muscles (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/strength-training\/a46274647\/best-core-exercises\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, planks can help improve your balance and coordination. As you hold the plank position, your body must work to maintain its stability, which helps strengthen your balance and coordination.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfortunately, basic planks do little for cardiovascular health, so it&#8217;s important to incorporate other forms of exercise into your routine for a well-rounded fitness regime. Mixing in some cardio activities, such as running, swimming, or cycling, can help improve your heart health and overall endurance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2117&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Doing_Planks_Every_Day\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/imagephone-1920x1200-2.png\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=doing_planks_every_day\">\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_1-minute_plank_a_day_enough\"><\/span><strong>Is a 1-minute plank a day enough?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Performing a 1-minute plank a day may not be enough to see significant changes in your body. While it may help with maintaining core strength, a single 1-minute plank does not provide enough exercise for all the major muscle groups in your body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furthermore, it may not be enough to meet the recommended amount of physical activity for maintaining good health. It is important to add in other forms of exercise and vary your plank routine to see better results.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In our Beginner&#8217;s Wall Plank Guide, we recommend starting with 30-second planks and gradually increasing the duration as you increase your strength and endurance.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_planks_help_get_a_flat_stomach\"><\/span><strong>Do planks help get a flat stomach?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Planks will not directly give you a flat stomach as fat reduction requires a significant amount of calorie burning throughout the body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As planks don&#8217;t increase calorie burning as much as other forms of exercise, they may not be the most effective for achieving a flat stomach. However, planks can help tone and strengthen your abdominal muscles, which makes them more defined and gives the appearance of a flatter stomach.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the benefits of doing planks every day is they can help improve your posture, which can also make your stomach look flatter. Ideally, you&#8217;ll use other forms of exercise, such as cardio and strength training, together with planks to get a flat stomach.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_often_should_I_do_planks_to_see_results\"><\/span><strong>How often should I do planks to see results?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should do planks at least 3-4 times a week to see results. Every time, you should focus on perfecting your form and increasing the duration of your plank.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perfecting your form means keeping your body in a straight line from head to toe, engaging your core muscles, and avoiding sagging or arching the back. As you become stronger, gradually increase the duration of your planks. Starting with 30 seconds and working up to 1-2 minutes is a good goal for many people.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We&#8217;ve compiled 5 Plank Wall Exercises in this guide to help you take your plank routine to the next level. These variations will challenge your core muscles in new ways and help keep your routine interesting.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_planks_reduce_waist_size\"><\/span><strong>Do planks reduce waist size?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Planks don&#8217;t reduce waist size in the way calorie-burning exercises can, but they can help tone and strengthen the abdominal muscles. This means that as you lose overall body fat through a combination of healthy eating and exercise, your waist may appear smaller and more defined due to the toned muscles underneath.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s important to keep in mind that genetics also play a role in where we store fat, so planks alone may not impact your waist size significantly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doing planks every day to lose weight may lead to burnout and potential injury. Instead, do planks every other day together with other forms of exercise and a balanced diet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out our Flat Tummy Workouts Guide to learn which other exercises and changes in lifestyle can help you achieve a flat tummy.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2117&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Doing_Planks_Every_Day\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/PilatesOlesia1.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doing planks every day is beneficial as it can be a great component to getting ripped abs, losing your love handles, and reducing your obesity risk. Similarly, performing this exercise every day can help improve your general health, fitness, posture, and daily functioning.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should talk to your doctor and trainer before you start this exercise program. You should also maintain a healthy lifestyle, use the correct planking technique, and perform warm-up and cool-down exercises. These behaviors promise to maximize your benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Many people online and offline are singing the praises of doing planks every day. Therefore, many fitness experts and gurus have introduced daily plank challenges to encourage even more people to get on board with doing planks daily. 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Therefore, many fitness experts and gurus have introduced daily plank challenges to encourage even more people to get on board with doing planks daily. The promise is that by doing this exercise for at least a minute every day, you can get washboard abs.\u00a0<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span data-sheets-root=\\\"1\\\"><\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">As a lot of people are yearning for a six-pack, they immediately dive straight into such challenges. A question arises: can <a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-planking-burn-fat\/\\\">planking<\/a> for a minute or so every day really help with achieving a six-pack? Let\u2019s find out!<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">For many, getting ripped abs is their ultimate fitness goal. Such people are willing to do any exercise that supposedly guarantees such results. As a result, the plank exercise has become quite popular everywhere. 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