Kneeling Plank Shoulder Tap

Body region

• Core

Technique

1. Start on your hands and knees, then walk the knees back until the body is a straight line from the head to the knees.
2. Brace the abs and squeeze the glutes.
3. Lift one hand and tap the opposite shoulder, then put it back down.
4. Alternate sides at a steady pace.

Cues

• Keep the hips level and avoid rocking.
• Use a pad under the knees if they are sensitive.

Common mistakes

• Letting the hips sag or pike.
• Rocking side to side to reach the shoulder.

Alternatives

• Plank
• Side Plank