Banded Plank
Muscle Groups: Abs
Banded Plank focuses on Abs, with Shoulders working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Banded Plank with proper form and technique.
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Place a small resistance band around your wrists.
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Get into a forearm plank position with your elbows directly under your shoulders and forearms parallel on the ground.
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Extend your legs straight back, keeping your body in a straight line from your head to your heels.
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Actively press your wrists outwards against the resistance band, creating tension.
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Engage your core and glutes, maintaining a flat back and resisting any sagging or arching in your hips.
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Hold this position for the desired duration, continuously pushing against the band.
Secondary Muscles
While Banded Plank primarily targets Abs , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Shoulders . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Banded Plank, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Banded Plank, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
