Plank Shoulder Tap
In a high plank, tap each hand to the opposite shoulder while keeping the hips square and still.
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Demo video from YouTube, played in its own player.
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
- Movement
- Core
Sets and reps
- 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 15 controlled reps, or holds of 20 to 60 seconds.
- Rest 30 to 90 seconds. Progress by slowing the reps, lengthening the hold or adding load, not by rushing.
General ranges, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts.
Alternatives
Other exercises for the abs, for when the bodyweight is taken or you want a change.
Questions
- What muscles does the Plank Shoulder Tap work?
- The Plank Shoulder Tap mainly works the abs and obliques.
- What equipment do you need for the Plank Shoulder Tap?
- None: it is a bodyweight exercise.
- How many sets and reps of the Plank Shoulder Tap?
- 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 15 controlled reps, or holds of 20 to 60 seconds. Rest 30 to 90 seconds. Progress by slowing the reps, lengthening the hold or adding load, not by rushing.
- What can I do instead of the Plank Shoulder Tap?
- Barbell Rollout, Bear Hug Carry, Cable Crunch and Double Kettlebell Front Rack Carry work the same main muscle.
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Coaches add the Plank Shoulder Tap to any workout in CoachVana, set the sets, reps, load and rest, and clients see this demo as they train.
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