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Sam Hopes

Chinese plank: How to do them and 3 benefits for chiseling your core

Man performing a Chinese plank with upper back supported on a bench and heels supported on box during gym workout

When we took on the Chinese plank in a recent fitness challenge, we didn’t expect to find so many benefits — here are three you can expect from trying this exercise. 

The Chinese plank is a take on the reverse plank and one of the best plank variations out there. To do it, lay on your back in a supine position with your upper back and heels supported on a bench or box and the rest of your body unsupported, holding for as long as possible.

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