Weighted Elevated-feet Plank
Muscle Groups: Abs
Weighted Elevated-feet Plank focuses on Abs, with Shoulders, Lower Back working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Elevated-feet Plank with proper form and technique.
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Begin by placing your hands directly under your shoulders on the floor, fingers pointing forward, and extend your legs back.
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Place the tops of your feet or your toes on a sturdy elevated surface, such as a bench or box, ensuring your body forms a straight line from head to heels.
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Have a partner carefully place a weight plate on your upper back, centered between your shoulder blades and lower back.
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Engage your core, glutes, and quadriceps, maintaining a rigid body position without allowing your hips to sag or pike upwards.
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Hold this position for the desired duration, keeping your gaze slightly forward to maintain a neutral neck.
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Once finished, have your partner carefully remove the weight plate from your back before lowering your feet from the elevated surface.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Elevated-feet Plank primarily targets Abs , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Shoulders, Lower Back . 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 Elevated-feet Plank, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted Elevated-feet 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.
