Exercise technique

shoulder tap

Shoulder taps are a bodyweight exercise performed in a high plank position, targeting the abs while also engaging the shoulders and triceps. The movement requires you to alternate tapping your shoulders with the opposite hand, challenging core stability 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.
  2. Engage your core and lift your right hand off the ground, reaching across to tap your left shoulder.
  3. Place your right hand back on the ground and repeat with your left hand tapping your right shoulder.
  4. Continue alternating shoulder taps while keeping your hips and torso stable.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Shoulders, Triceps.

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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