Foot Hand Tap Plank
Strengthen your core with Foot Hand Tap Plank! Improve stability & coordination. A challenging plank variation for all fitness levels.
The Foot Hand Tap Plank mainly works the core, with help from the glutes & hips. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Foot Hand Tap Plank Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Deep Core (transverse abdominis)
Secondary
Obliques; Glutes (gluteus maximus)
Foot Hand Tap Plank Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Foot Hand Tap Plank
Plank with Hands and Feet Tap
Positioning:
Start on a flat surface, such as a yoga mat or carpet.
Begin in a plank position:
Place your forearms on the ground, parallel to each other, with elbows directly under your shoulders.
Your body should be in a straight line from head to heels.
Keep your legs extended behind you and your feet hip-width apart.
Engage your core and glutes to maintain stability.
Movement:
1. Hand Tap:
While in the plank position, lift your right hand off the ground.
Tap your left shoulder with your right hand, keeping your body stable and avoiding swaying.
Return your right hand to the ground.
2. Foot Tap:
Next, lift your right foot off the ground.
Tap your right foot out to the side and then back into the starting position.
Repeat this with the left hand and left foot.
3. Alternate Sides:
Continue alternating between tapping right and left hands and feet for a set number of repetitions or for a specific duration (e.g., 30 seconds to 1 minute).
Tips:
Keep your head in a neutral position by looking down, which helps maintain proper alignment.
Focus on breathing steadily throughout the exercise.
If this is too challenging, you can modify by dropping your knees to the ground while keeping your torso straight.
Repetitions:
Aim for 3 sets of 10-15 taps on each side, or perform for time as mentioned above. Adjust as necessary based on your fitness level.
Foot Hand Tap Plank FAQs
What muscles does the Foot Hand Tap Plank work?
The Foot Hand Tap Plank 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 Foot Hand Tap Plank?
None. The Foot Hand Tap Plank is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What are some Foot Hand Tap Plank variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Back Step Plank, Decline Shoulder-Tap, Dynamic Explosive Plank and Finger Raises Plank.
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