Abs exercise · body weight
Shoulder Tap
The shoulder tap is a bodyweight exercise that targets the abs, with the shoulders and triceps assisting.
- Target muscle
- Abs
- Also works
- Shoulders, triceps
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body part
- Waist
How to do the shoulder tap
- Start in a high plank position with your hands directly under your shoulders and your body in a straight line.
- Engage your core and lift your right hand off the ground, reaching across to tap your left shoulder.
- Place your right hand back on the ground and repeat with your left hand tapping your right shoulder.
- Continue alternating shoulder taps while keeping your hips and torso stable.
- 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 triceps work as secondary muscles. See all ab exercises or every bodyweight exercise.
