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This stone fruit is a sweet, yet healthy way to satisfy your hunger. Find out more about the health benefits of plums. One medium-sized fresh plum contains 113 mg of potassium, a mineral that helps manage   high blood pressure   and reduce stroke risk. If that isn’t heartwarming enough, the reddish-blue pigment in some plums, called anthocyanins, may protect against cancer by mopping up harmful free radicals.

Yes, there's an ideal amount of time to plank. But to max out your results, focus on your form as well as the length of time you hold the position. The six-pack you want is only a plank (or two) away! While the act of planking is pretty straightforward, how long you should actually hold one is probably a bit less clear. Thankfully, the experts have you covered. ( But before you can get abs, you need to stop believing these seven myths. ) How long you should hold a plank To reap the most rewards, holding three planks for up to 60 seconds each is ideal, according to Doug Sklar, a certified personal trainer and founder of  PhilanthroFIT in New York City . If you’re new to planking, don’t risk injuring yourself. “It’s OK to start with shorter sets and work up to 60 seconds,”  Sklar told Women’s Health . “Forcing yourself to hold a plank for an excessive amount of time can put a lot of strain on your lower back. As fatigue sets in, the lower back may start t