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April Plank Challenge: Strengthen Your Core, One Second at a Time!

Movement
April 06, 2026•1 min read

Planks are an excellent full-body workout that requires no equipment and is suitable for all fitness levels and age groups.

Begin with a duration of 30 seconds and gradually work your way up to 5 minutes of planking by the end of the month. (Note: You don’t have to complete it all in one go. Feel free to break the longer duration into sets; it still counts.)

This is such a fun challenge to do as a group, and it fosters a spirit of friendly competition and camaraderie in the classroom.

Let us know if you decide to take on this challenge!

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Founder of Rise Girl™, educator, curriculum expert, life coach, wife and mom to 3 amazing girls! Ali has always had a passion for teaching. When she was just 10 years old, she started a camp for kids in backyard. She planned activities, game and crafts to keep them busy and having fun. As she got older, she got more into health and fitness and became a fitness instructor and personal trainer. She then went on to college to become a teacher and got her Master Degree in Curriculum Development.

Ali Hively

Founder of Rise Girl™, educator, curriculum expert, life coach, wife and mom to 3 amazing girls! Ali has always had a passion for teaching. When she was just 10 years old, she started a camp for kids in backyard. She planned activities, game and crafts to keep them busy and having fun. As she got older, she got more into health and fitness and became a fitness instructor and personal trainer. She then went on to college to become a teacher and got her Master Degree in Curriculum Development.

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