How to do a up-down plank on knees

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The up-down plank from your knees — forearms to hands and back down, one arm at a time, with a steadier base under you.

How to do it

1Start on your forearms with your knees down
2Press up onto one hand, then the other, arms straight
3Lower back down one arm at a time and repeat

Muscles worked

Core Shoulders Arms

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