DonnaJean Wilde, a 58-year-old grandmother from Magrath, Alberta, Canada, has set a new Guinness World Record for the longest abdominal plank held by a woman. Wilde’s incredible feat of endurance saw her maintain the plank position for an astonishing 4 hours, 30 minutes, and 11 seconds, surpassing the previous record by 10 minutes.
The plank is an exercise that tests core strength by requiring the participant to hold a position similar to a push-up, with only the toes and forearms touching the ground and the body remaining straight. Wilde’s record-breaking achievement showcases her exceptional physical fitness and mental resilience.
Wilde’s journey to becoming a world record holder began 12 years ago when she started planking as an alternative to running and lifting weights while wearing a cast due to a broken wrist. Over time, she gradually increased her plank duration, incorporating it into her daily fitness routine. Before her record attempt, Wilde was capable of planking for up to three hours continuously and even increased her training to six hours, split into two three-hour blocks.
In preparation for her world record attempt, Wilde received an outpouring of support from her family, including all 12 of her grandchildren, as well as students from local schools. The encouragement from her loved ones and community undoubtedly played a role in her success.
