Lateral Plank Walks
Exercise Animation
Exercise Details
Equipment
bodyweight
Difficulty
Intermediate
Type
compound
Muscle Focus
Primary Muscles
abs
Secondary Muscles
chestglutesobliquesquadricepsadductor
Instructions
- 1.Get into a high plank, with arms extended under your shoulders.
- 2.Together, ‘step’ your right hand and right foot to the right.
- 3.Shift your body weight to the right then ‘step’ your left hand and left foot to the right.
- 4.Walk this way for about 4-5 ‘steps’, then walk the opposite direction to your starting position.
- 5.Walk back and forwards for as long as needed.
Tips
- Keep your hips high.
- Shift your weight left and right over your standing arm to help balance as you walk.
- Aim for a straight back – keep your neck neutral.
- Try to keep your shoulder blades tucked in for proper muscle control.
Breathing Instructions
1. Breathe steadily, aim for one breath per 2 ‘steps’. 2. Don’t hold your breath.
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