Reverse Plank

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Quick answer

Reverse Plank is a beginner compound bodyweight exercise that mainly works the abs, glutes, hamstrings and lower back, with the shoulders assisting.

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Muscles worked

Front
Back

How to do Reverse Plank

  1. 1

    Begin by sitting on the floor with your legs out in front of you. Place your hands on the ground palms down just behind you and outside your hips. Then push up and lift your body until it forms a straight line. This is your starting position.

  2. 2

    Keeping your body straight, hold this position for as long as is required.

Form cues

  • st as with every type of plank, don’t let your body droop down.

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