Bodyweight

Plank Shoulder Tap

The Plank Shoulder Tap exercise targets the shoulders and core, improving upper body strength, stability, and endurance. It's an excellent move for enhancing core stability and overall body balance.

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Plank Shoulder Tap instructions

Step-by-step instructions

1

Start off in a full plank position, your body forming a straight line from heels to head. Hold your feet hip-width apart.

2

With one hand, slowly reach across your body to tap your opposite shoulder.

3

Be sure to keep your hips as still as possible, trying not to rock side to side.

4

Lower the hand back down to its original position.

5

Repeat the movement with your other hand. This completes one rep.

Start off in a full plank position, your body forming a straight line from heels to head. Hold your feet hip-width apart.

With one hand, slowly reach across your body to tap your opposite shoulder.

Be sure to keep your hips as still as possible, trying not to rock side to side.

Lower the hand back down to its original position.

Repeat the movement with your other hand. This completes one rep.

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