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Weighted Front Plank

The weighted front plank is a weighted exercise that targets the abs, with the shoulders and lower back assisting.

Animated demonstration of the weighted front plank
Weighted Front Plank — demonstration
Target muscle
Abs
Also works
Shoulders, lower back
Equipment
Weighted
Body part
Waist

How to do the weighted front plank

  1. Start by lying face down on the floor.
  2. Place your forearms on the ground, with your elbows directly under your shoulders.
  3. Extend your legs straight out behind you, with your toes on the ground.
  4. Engage your core and lift your body off the ground, balancing on your forearms and toes.
  5. Keep your body in a straight line from your head to your heels.
  6. Hold this position for the desired amount of time.
  7. Lower your body back down to the starting position.
  8. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Sets and reps

Hold for 20–60 seconds with good form, rest, and repeat for 3 sets. Add time week by week.

Muscles worked

The main muscle is the abs. The shoulders and lower back work as secondary muscles. See all ab exercises or every weighted exercise.

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