How to do a forearm plank shoulder taps

CoreBodyweightBeginner

An anti-rotation move — from a forearm plank, tap the opposite shoulder and place the forearm back down, fighting to keep your hips still.

How to do it

1Hold a steady forearm plank
2Lift one forearm to tap the opposite shoulder
3Replace it and switch, keeping your hips square

Common mistakes

×Hips rocking with each tap
×Feet too close together, making it wobbly

Muscles worked

Core Shoulders

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