Weighted Lying Reverse Plank
Muscle Groups: Abs
Weighted Lying Reverse Plank focuses on Abs.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Lying Reverse Plank with proper form and technique.
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Start by lying on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor, hip-width apart.
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Place a dumbbell or weight plate across your lower abdomen or hips, holding it securely with your hands.
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Position your forearms on the floor beside your body, with your elbows directly under your shoulders and palms facing down.
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Engage your glutes and core, then press through your heels and forearms to lift your hips off the floor.
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Continue lifting until your body forms a straight line from your shoulders to your knees.
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Hold this elevated position, keeping your core tight and glutes squeezed.
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Slowly lower your hips back down to the starting position on the floor.
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