Side Planked Toe-Tap
Strengthen your core with Side Planked Toe-Taps! Improve stability and tone your obliques with this effective bodyweight exercise.
The Side Planked Toe-Tap mainly works the core, with help from the shoulders and traps. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Side Planked Toe-Tap Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Obliques
Secondary
Side Shoulder (lateral deltoid); Upper Traps (trapezius, upper fibers)
Side Planked Toe-Tap Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Side Planked Toe-Tap
Begin in the standard plank position with your elbows straight, hands directly under shoulders, and toes on the floor. Your body should form a straight line from your heels to your head.
Engage your core to stabilize your body and ensure your hips are lifted and not sinking towards the ground. Keep your neck neutral by looking down at the floor.
While maintaining the plank position, slightly shift your weight to one arm.
Lift one leg off the floor and tap your toe out to the side as far as you can without compromising your hip position. Try to keep the movement controlled and avoid twisting your torso.
Bring the leg back to the starting plank position.
Repeat the toe tap on the other side.
Continue alternating taps at a controlled pace for the desired number of repetitions or duration.
Keep your movements smooth and controlled to maximize core engagement. Don't let your hips rotate or sag during the taps. Keep breathing steadily throughout the exercise.
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Side Planked Toe-Tap FAQs
What muscles does the Side Planked Toe-Tap work?
The Side Planked Toe-Tap mainly works the core, with help from the shoulders and traps. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis and obliques.
What equipment do you need for the Side Planked Toe-Tap?
None. The Side Planked Toe-Tap is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What are some Side Planked Toe-Tap variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Ab Toe-Tap Twist, Decline Shoulder-Tap, Elbow 3-Point Hop Plank and Front Plank Opener.
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