Weighted Cardio Core Crawl

Muscle Groups: Abs, Hips

Weighted Cardio Core Crawl focuses on Abs, Hips, with Glutes, Lower Back, Traps, Quads, Shoulders working as supporting muscles.

How to Perform

Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Cardio Core Crawl 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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    Place a dumbbell on the floor just outside your right hand, keeping your core engaged.

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    Reach your left hand across your body to grasp the dumbbell and drag it across the floor to the left side, placing it just outside your left hand.

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    Take a small step forward with your right hand, then step forward with your left foot.

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    Now, reach your right hand across your body to grasp the dumbbell and drag it across the floor to the right side, placing it just outside your right hand.

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    Take a small step forward with your left hand, then step forward with your right foot.

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    Continue this alternating pattern of dragging the weight and crawling forward, maintaining a stable plank throughout the movement.

Secondary Muscles

While Weighted Cardio Core Crawl primarily targets Abs, Hips , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Glutes, Lower Back, Traps, Quads, 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 Weighted Cardio Core Crawl, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.

These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted Cardio Core Crawl, 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.

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