Straight-arm Plank with Shoulder Touch
Muscle Groups: Abs
Straight-arm Plank with Shoulder Touch focuses on Abs, with Shoulders, Chest working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Straight-arm Plank with Shoulder Touch with proper form and technique.
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Begin in a high plank position with your hands directly under your shoulders and your body forming a straight line from head to heels.
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Engage your core and glutes to keep your hips stable and prevent them from rocking side to side.
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Lift your right hand off the floor and bring it across your body to tap your left shoulder.
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Carefully return your right hand to the starting plank position, placing it back under your right shoulder.
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Repeat the movement by lifting your left hand to tap your right shoulder, maintaining a stable plank throughout.
Secondary Muscles
While Straight-arm Plank with Shoulder Touch primarily targets Abs , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Shoulders, Chest . 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 Straight-arm Plank with Shoulder Touch, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Straight-arm Plank with Shoulder Touch, 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.
