Plank shoulder tap
Also called shoulder taps, high plank tap
- Works
- Deep trunk · transversus abdominis
- Sides of the trunk · internal and external obliques
- Front of the shoulder · anterior deltoid
- Needs
- No equipment
Setup
Get into a push-up position with straight arms. Put your feet wider than your hips.
Steps
- Lift one hand and touch the opposite shoulder.
- Put the hand down.
- Change hands. Each touch counts as one rep.
- Keep your hips still the whole time.
Breathing
Breathe slowly and evenly. Do not hold your breath.
Where you feel it
In your stomach and the sides of your trunk.
Common mistakes
- Rocking the hips from side to side.
- Rushing.
When to stop
Stop if you feel sharp pain, pain in a joint, dizziness or numbness.