A planche, essentially, is a horizontal balance position on the hands. Far from easy, one progresses through the so-called elbox planche (stomach rests on the elbows, through bent arm to straight arm: initially one has bent legs or a straddle position and eventually, when you are really strong, legs straight and together. There are also one-arm positions of which the one-arm elbow planche or 'croc' (for crocodile!) is the easiest. Today I have put together a selection of lads showing off their planche practice in various situations. some good, some not so, but all working hard and deserving of their special little show!       And two for the price of one: And finally, the slightly naughty crocodile! Hanging planches are also possible, of course, but will do those another time.