Planche (exercise)

A Planche is a skill in gymnastics in which the body is held parallel to the ground, giving the illusion of floating. It is a move that requires a great deal of strength and balance. There are many variations of a Planche, although only two are accredited in gymnastics: the straddle Planche (see figure 1), and the straight legged Planche (see figure 2). Depending on the event, it can range from a B to a D skill, and must be held for at least 2 seconds. This move is also done commonly in break dancing (known as a no legged or Planche pushup)

There our many ways to work up to/train a Planche. The most common is to start in a tucked Planche (see figure 3); it is common to do this move in sets, for example doing three sets of a five second hold and working up each day. Once a person feels comfortable holding a tucked Planche they should try putting out one leg at a time and working it as they did the tucked Planche. Another way to practice and get the basic idea for a Planche is to do it with you feet against the wall; this takes away the weight and lets the person get a feel for the move.

ee also

bodyweight exercise

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