Weighted Wide-stance Plank with Leg Lift
Muscle Groups: Abs
Weighted Wide-stance Plank with Leg Lift focuses on Abs, with Hips working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Wide-stance Plank with 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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Ensure your body forms a straight line from head to heels, keeping your core engaged and back flat.
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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 glutes and core, then slowly lift one leg a few inches off the floor.
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Keep your leg straight and avoid shifting your hips or allowing your lower back to arch.
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Hold the lifted leg briefly, maintaining tension in your core and glutes, then slowly lower it back to the starting position.
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Alternate legs, performing the same controlled lift and lower on the opposite side.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Wide-stance Plank with Leg Lift primarily targets Abs , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hips . 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 Wide-stance Plank with Leg Lift, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted Wide-stance Plank with 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.
