Alternating Kneeling Arm Raise Plank
The Alternating Kneeling Arm Raise Plank mainly works the core, with help from the shoulders. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Alternating Kneeling Arm Raise Plank Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Deep Core (transverse abdominis)
Secondary
Obliques; Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid)
How to do the Alternating Kneeling Arm Raise Plank
Get into a forearm plank position on your knees with your elbows directly beneath your shoulders and your core braced tightly.
Keep your hips level and squeeze your glutes to maintain a straight line from your knees to your head.
Slowly lift one arm straight out in front of you without letting your torso rotate or dip.
Hold the arm extended for a brief second, then lower it back to the starting position with control.
Switch to the other arm and repeat the movement for your desired number of alternating repetitions.
Alternating Kneeling Arm Raise Plank FAQs
What muscles does the Alternating Kneeling Arm Raise Plank work?
The Alternating Kneeling Arm Raise Plank mainly works the core, with help from the shoulders. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis and transverse abdominis.
What equipment do you need for the Alternating Kneeling Arm Raise Plank?
None. The Alternating Kneeling Arm Raise Plank is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
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