Plank it 'Awesomely'

We never cease to be amazed by how creative (and bored) young people are.

Who else can quickly take an absurd idea for a pastime and turn it into a worldwide phenomenon? Today’s case in point: Planking.

Here’s the right way to do the move. Use it to impress your friends,

earn major cool points, and—oh yeah—work your core.
1. Start into a pushup position, but bend your elbows and rest your weight on your forearms instead of on your hands.
2. Your body should form a straight line from your shoulders to your ankles.
3. Brace your core by contracting your abs as if you were about to be punched in the gut, and squeeze your glutes.
4. Hold this position for 30 seconds—or as directed—while breathing deeply.