Wide-stance Plank with Opposite Arm and Leg Lift
Muscle Groups: Shoulders, Abs, Glutes
Wide-stance Plank with Opposite Arm and Leg Lift focuses on Shoulders, Abs, Glutes, with Lower Back working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Wide-stance Plank with Opposite Arm and Leg Lift with proper form and technique.
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Start in a wide-stance plank position with your hands directly under your shoulders and feet wider than hip-width apart.
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Engage your core, lift your right arm and left leg off the ground, keeping them straight and in line with your body.
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Hold for a moment, then lower your arm and leg back to the starting position and repeat on the opposite side.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Wide-stance Plank with Opposite Arm and Leg Lift safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your hips square and avoid twisting your body to maintain balance.
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Engage your core throughout to protect your lower back and improve stability.
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Keep your head in line with your spine to avoid straining your neck.
Secondary Muscles
While Wide-stance Plank with Opposite Arm and Leg Lift primarily targets Shoulders, Abs, Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Lower Back . 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 Wide-stance Plank with Opposite Arm and Leg Lift, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Wide-stance Plank with Opposite Arm and 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.
