Reverse Plank on Elbows Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Triceps Brachii, Obliques, Gluteus Maximus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4.5
- Alternate Names
- Plank with Elbows, Reverse Elbow Plank
How to: Reverse Plank on Elbows
- Start by lying on your back with your elbows under your shoulders.
- Lift your hips off the floor and engage your core.
- Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels.
- Hold the position while breathing steadily.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing the hips to sag.
- Not engaging the core.
- Raising the head too high.
Modifications
- Drop your knees to the ground to make the exercise easier.
- Perform against a wall for reduced difficulty.
Tips
- Engage your core to prevent sagging in the hips.
- Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels.
- Hold the position for gradually longer periods as you build strength.
Reverse Plank on Elbows Alternatives
Tags
core
strength
plank
back
waist
intermediate