World Cup for an abdominal workout

There's a World Cup each for soccer, cricket and even rhythmic gymnastics. But have you heard of one for planking?

In June, some 2,000 people flocked to the Galaxy Soho in Beijing to participate in the first-ever World Cup for planking, an abdominal exercise that looks like a push-up stuck in the "up" position. The challenge is to stay in that pose for as long as possible.

Contestants, who planked on blue and pink yoga mats, included a 12-year-old girl, a 75-year-old retired teacher and Pan Shiyi, co-founder and chairman of Soho China, who supported his weight with only one arm. The event was recognized by the Guinness World Records for the largest number of people planking simultaneously.