Body Saw Plank Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Rectus Abdominis, Tensor Fasciae Latae, Triceps Brachii, Obliques, Pectoralis Major Sternal Head, Serratus Anterior, Gluteus Maximus, Deltoid Anterior, Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Plank Saw
How to: Body Saw Plank
- Start in a plank position with your forearms on the ground.
- Engage your core and slowly slide your body backward and forward by moving your forearms.
- Keep your body straight and avoid rotating your hips.
- Perform the movement smoothly for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing the hips to sag or rise too high.
- Not engaging the core adequately.
- Using momentum instead of controlled movements.
Modifications
- Perform the plank on your knees instead of your feet.
- Use an elevated surface for your hands if full extension is challenging.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement to avoid sagging hips.
- Maintain a straight line from head to heels.
- Use controlled movements; avoid rushing through the exercise.
Body Saw Plank Alternatives
Tags
core
latissimus dorsi
plank
strength
bodyweight
intermediate