Dumbbell Front Plank Arm Leg Raise Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoid Lateral, Obliques, Quadriceps, Gluteus Maximus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Front Plank with Dumbbells
How to: Dumbbell Front Plank Arm Leg Raise
- Start in a plank position with a dumbbell in each hand.
- Engage your core and keep your body in a straight line from head to heels.
- Slowly raise one arm and the opposite leg simultaneously.
- Hold for a moment before returning to the plank position.
- Alternate sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the hips drop below the plank line.
- Not engaging the core properly.
- Using too much momentum instead of controlled movement.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise without weights for beginners.
- Kneel instead of using your feet to reduce difficulty.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the exercise.
- Avoid sagging in your hips for proper posture.
- Focus on slow and controlled movements.
Dumbbell Front Plank Arm Leg Raise Alternatives
Tags
core
strength
plank
dumbbell
waist
balance