Arm Inchworm Front Tap
Strengthen your core & build stability! This exercise combines the inchworm with front arm taps for a full-body burn.
The Arm Inchworm Front Tap is a compound exercise that mainly works the core and shoulders, with help from the traps. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Arm Inchworm Front Tap Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid)
Secondary
Obliques; Upper Traps (trapezius, upper fibers)
Arm Inchworm Front Tap Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Arm Inchworm Front Tap
Inchworm with Front Arm Tap
Starting Position:
Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart and arms relaxed at your sides.
Movement to Start:
Bend at your hips and knees to bring your hands to the floor in front of you.
Aim to keep your legs as straight as possible while bending forward.
Inchworm Step:
Walk your hands forward, one step at a time, until you are in a plank position. Your body should form a straight line from your head to your heels.
Front Arm Tap:
In the plank position, lift your right hand off the ground and tap your left shoulder.
Return your right hand to the ground and repeat with your left hand tapping your right shoulder.
Returning to Standing:
After completing the arm taps, walk your hands back towards your feet, keeping your legs as straight as possible.
Once your hands are near your feet, lift your torso back up to a standing position.
Repetition:
Repeat this movement for a set number of repetitions or for a specified time.
Tips:
Keep your core engaged throughout the exercise to maintain stability.
Try to avoid rotating your hips while performing the shoulder taps.
Move slowly and controlled to ensure proper form.
Arm Inchworm Front Tap FAQs
What muscles does the Arm Inchworm Front Tap work?
The Arm Inchworm Front Tap mainly works the core and shoulders, with help from the traps. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis and anterior deltoid.
What equipment do you need for the Arm Inchworm Front Tap?
None. The Arm Inchworm Front Tap is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
Is the Arm Inchworm Front Tap a compound exercise?
Yes. It's a compound movement, meaning it trains several muscle groups at once rather than isolating one.
What are some Arm Inchworm Front Tap variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Inchworm & Mountain-Climber, Inchworm to Cobra, Incline Shoulder-Tap and Shoulder-Tap Front Step.
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