Effect of Plank Exercises on Lumbar Core Stability in Healthy Adults: An Experimental Study

Background: In the realms of fitness and injury prevention, core musculature training has gained significant attention. The purpose of the study was to compare the effects of planks and conventional stabilization exercises on lumbar core stability in healthy young adults. Methods: A total of 107 participants were screened out of which, 72 participants were selected for the study and divided into two groups; Group A and Group B. Group A participants received conventional lumbar stabilization exercises and Group B were given plank exercises. Both groups were assessed for core stability before and after completing 6 weeks using Sahrmann core stability test and partial curl up test. Each group was given intervention for 3 days every week once a day. Results: The mean age of group A participants was 28.05±7.83 and that of group B was 27.37±7.21. There was significant improvement in core stability and core endurance across both groups as p value