Abs exercise · body weight
Inchworm
The inchworm is a bodyweight exercise that targets the abs, with the shoulders and hamstrings assisting.
- Target muscle
- Abs
- Also works
- Shoulders, hamstrings
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body part
- Waist
How to do the inchworm
- Start in a standing position with your feet hip-width apart.
- Bend forward at the waist and place your hands on the ground in front of you.
- Walk your hands forward until you are in a high plank position, with your body in a straight line from head to toe.
- Pause for a moment, then walk your hands back towards your feet, keeping your legs as straight as possible.
- Once your hands reach your feet, stand back up to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Sets and reps
Start with 3 sets of 10–15 reps, resting 45–60 seconds. When every set feels easy, add reps, slow the lowering phase or move to a harder variation.
Muscles worked
The main muscle is the abs. The shoulders and hamstrings work as secondary muscles. See all ab exercises or every bodyweight exercise.
