About the plank timer
Challenge yourself with timed plank holds. Keep your body straight from head to heels, engage your core, and breathe normally. If your form starts to fail, take a break - quality over quantity. Progress gradually from shorter to longer holds as you build strength.
Recommended times
| Beginner (30s) | 30 seconds |
|---|---|
| Intermediate | 1 minute |
| Advanced | 1 minute 30 seconds |
| Elite | 2 minutes |
How to use the plank timer
- Choose a preset, or tap Edit time to type any hours, minutes and seconds.
- Press Start Timer (or the space bar). The finish time appears under the digits.
- Press Full screen to fill the screen — handy for classrooms, meetings and kitchens.
- When it reaches zero an alarm plays until you press Stop Alarm.
Keyboard shortcuts
- Space start / pause
- R reset
- F full screen
- M mute
Frequently asked questions
What presets does the plank timer have?
Beginner (30s) (30 seconds), Intermediate (1 minute), Advanced (1 minute 30 seconds), Elite (2 minutes). Tap Edit time to set any other length.
Is it free, and do I need an app?
It is completely free with no sign-up or download. It works in any modern browser on phones, tablets and computers.