Kneeling Plank Tap Shoulder Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Obliques, Deltoid Anterior, Gluteus Maximus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Shoulder Tap Plank
How to: Kneeling Plank Tap Shoulder
- Start in a kneeling plank position, with your hands directly under your shoulders.
- Engage your core and keep your body in a straight line from head to knees.
- Lift one hand and tap the opposite shoulder while stabilizing your body.
- Return the hand to the ground and repeat with the other hand.
- Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Letting your hips sag or rise too high.
- Rushing the movement instead of maintaining control.
- Not engaging the core muscles adequately.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise on an elevated surface to reduce the angle and difficulty.
- Knees on the ground for a less intense variation.
Tips
- Maintain a neutral spine throughout the movement.
- Engage your core to maintain stability.
- Move slowly to control your balance while tapping the shoulder.
Kneeling Plank Tap Shoulder Alternatives
Tags
core
plank
waist
strength
balance
intermediate