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Canadian Grandmother Breaks Female Abdominal Plank World Record
WHY IT MATTERS
Wilde's achievement showcases her dedication and perseverance, inspiring others to push their limits and adopt planking as a beneficial exercise, especially for those with mobility limitations.
What happened
DonnaJean Wilde, a 61-year-old Canadian grandmother, broke the female abdominal plank world record by holding the position for five hours at the Huntsman World Senior Games in Utah.
This feat surpassed her previous record of 4 hours, 30 minutes, and 11 seconds set in 2004.
Wilde, who has 12 grandchildren, added planking to her daily routine years ago after breaking her wrist and found it to be a helpful exercise.
PRIMARY SOURCES
Grandmother of 12 holds plank for 5 hours in record-breaking feat
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CORRECTIONS & UPDATES
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