Weighted Plank Pikes
Muscle Groups: Abs
Weighted Plank Pikes focuses on Abs, with Hips, Lower Back working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Plank Pikes with proper form and technique.
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Start in a high plank position with your hands directly under your shoulders and your feet hip-width apart.
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Carefully place a weight plate on your lower back, ensuring it is stable and centered.
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Engage your core and, keeping your legs straight, lift your hips towards the ceiling, forming an inverted V shape with your body.
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Allow your head to move naturally between your arms as your hips reach their highest point.
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Slowly lower your hips back down to the starting high plank position, maintaining a straight line from your head to your heels.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Plank Pikes primarily targets Abs , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hips, Lower Back . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
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These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted Plank Pikes, 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.
