Dumbbell Front-Leg Arm Raise Plank
Plank it up! 💪 Tone your core & build balance with the Dumbbell Front-Leg Arm Raise Plank. A full-body challenge!
The Dumbbell Front-Leg Arm Raise Plank mainly works the core and glutes & hips, with help from the back and traps. You'll need: dumbbells.
Required Equipment
Dumbbell Front-Leg Arm Raise Plank Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Glutes (gluteus maximus)
Secondary
Lats (latissimus dorsi); Mid Traps (trapezius, middle fibers)
Dumbbell Front-Leg Arm Raise Plank Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Dumbbell Front-Leg Arm Raise Plank
Start in a standard plank position, holding a dumbbell in each hand. Be sure the dumbbells are suitable for gripping and stable enough on the floor to support your weight.
Keep your feet shoulder-width apart, and your body in a straight line from head to heels.
Engage your core, ensuring your back remains flat throughout the movement.
Slowly raise one arm out straight in front of you, while simultaneously lifting the opposite leg off the ground. Do this while balancing on the other hand and foot, ensuring minimal rotation or dipping in the hips.
Hold the position briefly, aiming for a straight line from your raised hand to your raised foot.
Lower your arm and leg back to the initial plank position with control.
Repeat the movement, alternating the arm and leg being raised each time.
Perform for the desired number of repetitions or for time while maintaining proper form.
For safety and effectiveness, it's important to: - Keep the movements slow and controlled. - Not let your hips sag or pike up too high. - Breathe regularly throughout the exercise, avoiding holding your breath. - Choose a weight that allows you to maintain proper form without straining.
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Dumbbell Front-Leg Arm Raise Plank FAQs
What muscles does the Dumbbell Front-Leg Arm Raise Plank work?
The Dumbbell Front-Leg Arm Raise Plank mainly works the core and glutes & hips, with help from the back and traps. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis and gluteus maximus.
What equipment do you need for the Dumbbell Front-Leg Arm Raise Plank?
Dumbbells.
What are some Dumbbell Front-Leg Arm Raise Plank variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Bird Dog Plank, Dumbbell Lateral Raise Plank, Alternating Dumbbell V-Up and Dumbbell Hold Crunch with Leg off.
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