This full body training routine will increase your explosive power as well core strength, and overall conditioning. (onnit.com)
Good core strength indicates that the athlete can move with high efficiency. (verywellfit.com)
Because it is a static hold that uses isometric contraction to maintain the position it is possible to become very proficient at this exercise in a very short period of time and I recommend it to anyone trying to develop good core strength before moving on to other exercise such as the Lalanne push up or the dragon flag. (unique-bodyweight-exercises.com)