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Kneeling Shoulder-Tap Plank

The Kneeling Shoulder-Tap Plank mainly works the core, with help from the shoulders. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.

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Optional Equipment

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Kneeling Shoulder-Tap Plank Muscles Worked

Primary

Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Deep Core (transverse abdominis)

Secondary

Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid); Obliques

How to do the Kneeling Shoulder-Tap Plank

  1. Start in a forearm plank position on your knees, keeping your elbows directly beneath your shoulders.

  2. Engage your core and squeeze your glutes to maintain a straight line from your knees to your head.

  3. Lift one forearm off the ground and gently tap the opposite shoulder.

  4. Return your arm to the floor with control and repeat the movement on the other side.

Kneeling Shoulder-Tap Plank FAQs

What muscles does the Kneeling Shoulder-Tap Plank work?

The Kneeling Shoulder-Tap 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 Kneeling Shoulder-Tap Plank?

None. The Kneeling Shoulder-Tap Plank is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.

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