Exercise technique

power point plank

The power point plank is a dynamic core exercise that involves transitioning between a high plank and a forearm plank position, challenging core stability, shoulder strength, and coordination.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Start in a high plank position with your hands directly under your shoulders and your body in a straight line from head to toe.
  2. Engage your core and squeeze your glutes to maintain a stable position.
  3. Lower your body down onto your forearms, one arm at a time, maintaining a straight line from head to toe.
  4. Hold this position for the desired amount of time, keeping your core and glutes engaged.
  5. To return to the starting position, push through your forearms and lift your body back up into a high plank position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Shoulders, Triceps, Glutes.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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