Front Plank to Toe-Tap
Strengthen your core with Front Plank to Toe-Tap! This exercise targets abs, glutes, & improves stability. Perfect for all fitness levels.
The Front Plank to Toe-Tap mainly works the core, with help from the glutes & hips. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Front Plank to Toe-Tap Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Deep Core (transverse abdominis)
Secondary
Glutes (gluteus maximus); Obliques
Front Plank to Toe-Tap Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Front Plank to Toe-Tap
Begin in a standard front plank position, supporting your body on your toes and forearms with elbows directly beneath your shoulders. Keep your body in a straight line from your head to your heels, engaging your core and glutes.
Maintain the plank position, slowly lift your right leg and tap your right toe out to the side, placing it back to the starting position.
Repeat the toe tap with your left leg.
Continue alternating side toe taps while keeping your core engaged and hips as stable as possible.
Aim to perform a set number of repetitions or continue for a specified duration while maintaining good form.
It's essential to avoid letting your hips sag or rotate excessively during the exercise to maintain proper form and ensure that the primary muscle groups are effectively engaged.
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Front Plank to Toe-Tap FAQs
What muscles does the Front Plank to Toe-Tap work?
The Front Plank to Toe-Tap mainly works the core, with help from the glutes & hips. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis and transverse abdominis.
What equipment do you need for the Front Plank to Toe-Tap?
None. The Front Plank to Toe-Tap is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What are some Front Plank to Toe-Tap variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Back Step Plank, Foot Front Tap, Forward-Step Front Plank and Front Cross-Over Foot-Tap.
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