Weighted Plank to Stand-up
Muscle Groups: Abs, Quads
Weighted Plank to Stand-up focuses on Abs, Quads, with Lower Back, Triceps, Shoulders working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Plank to Stand-up with proper form and technique.
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Start 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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From the plank, push off your hands and bring your feet forward, one at a time, landing them near your hands.
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Continue to push through your feet and stand up fully, extending your hips and knees until you are upright.
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To return, hinge at your hips and place your hands back on the floor, shoulder-width apart.
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Step your feet back one at a time to return to the high plank position, maintaining a straight body line.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Plank to Stand-up primarily targets Abs, Quads , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Lower Back, Triceps, 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 Plank to Stand-up, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted Plank to Stand-up, 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.
