Frankly, I haven’t heard of this this word until today.  It sounds like a word for wood work or something similar.

Planking actually involves someone lying flat on their bellies on any objects, anywhere they can think of.  Obviously, individuals will think of unique places to do this to impress friends or anyone on the Internet.

Sadly there has been a death of a young man in Brisbane.  Apparently the young man fell to his death from an apartment after a failed attempt in planking.  Police suggested that alcohol might be involved in this particular case.

I am so sorry to hear loss of lives by reckless young men attempting silly acts.  Please be responsible and think twice before doing anything that can put yourself or anyone in danger.  We can have fun but please be safe…