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Alternate Arm Leg Plank Hold
The Alternate Arm Leg Plank Hold is a bodyweight exercise that targets the core, with the shoulders assisting. Follow the 7 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.
- Target muscles
- Core
- Also works
- Shoulders
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
- Body part
- Waist
Step by step
- Begin in a high plank position with your hands under your shoulders and your body forming a straight line from head to heels.
- Engage your core to keep your hips steady.
- Lift your right arm straight forward while simultaneously lifting your left leg off the ground.
- Hold briefly while maintaining balance and keeping your hips from rotating.
- Lower your arm and leg back to the plank position.
- Repeat the movement by lifting your left arm and right leg.
- Continue alternating sides for the desired time or repetitions.
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