The straight arm plank is an example of a compound exercise that works the abs, glutes, back, shoulders and arms. Photo: MCT
Do you know the difference between compound and isolation exercises?
A compound exercise utilises multiple muscle groups with movements occurring at more than one joint (e.g. squats and planks), whilst isolation exercises target a specific muscle group and involves only one joint (e.g. bicep curls or knee extensions).
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