Weighted Wide-stance Plank with Diagonal Leg Lift
Muscle Groups: Abs
Weighted Wide-stance Plank with Diagonal Leg Lift focuses on Abs, with Glutes, Lower Back, Shoulders working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Wide-stance Plank with Diagonal Leg Lift with proper form and technique.
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Start in a plank position with your hands directly under your shoulders and your feet wider than hip-width apart.
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Place a weight plate or dumbbell on your lower back, ensuring it is stable and centered.
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Engage your core and glutes, keeping your body in a straight line from head to heels.
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While maintaining a stable torso, lift one leg off the ground, extending it slightly out to the side and back.
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Hold this position briefly, focusing on keeping your hips level and avoiding any rocking.
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Slowly lower the leg back to the wide-stance plank position.
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Repeat the movement with the other leg, alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Wide-stance Plank with Diagonal Leg Lift primarily targets Abs , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Glutes, Lower Back, Shoulders . 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 Wide-stance Plank with Diagonal Leg Lift, 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.
