Plank-ups are a full-body exercise. By adding controlled, moving arm work, the move elevates a standard plank. In a plank position, you alternate between high planks and forearm planks. It is an excellent exercise for strengthening your core.
How To Do Plank Ups Right
1. Start in a push-up position with the hands under the shoulders and the legs stretched out directly behind.
2. Squeeze the thigh and glute muscles to keep the body and legs straight, and lower down to the elbows one elbow at a time.
3. From this position on the elbows, press the hands into the floor one at a time to return to the push-up position.
The Plank Up Modifications
Plank ups and plank exercises in general build a strong core and can help prevent back injuries and improve stability. Plank exercise modifications are a perfect way to tighten your core, slim your abs, and shape your waistline. In comparison to crunches or sit-ups, planks put less strain on your spine and hip flexors.
The plank up and its modifications is a full-body exercise that will tone your back, glutes, hamstrings, arms, and shoulders at the same time. The basic forearm plank is an ideal place to start, but why not multiply the benefits of planks by trying many of its variations? From the Side Plank to the Plank Jacks, these will be super strong and ideally looking six-pack.
Below we list some of the plank modifications for your inspiration:
- Side Plank
- Walking Plank
- Spiderman Plank
- Plank With Shoulder Taps
- Forearm Plank
- Plank Jacks
