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Arielle Domb

Here's how long you should be able to hold a plank — according to your age

The Guinness World Record for the longest plank is over 9 hours - (Margaret Young / Unsplash)

How long should you be able to do a plank? According to fitness experts, it depends on your age.

Planking is a strength-building exercise that requires you to lie flat, balancing on your forearms and toes — like a plank of wood.

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