Abs · Body weight · Intermediate

How to do Front Plank With Twist

The front plank with twist is a core exercise that targets the abs and obliques while also engaging the shoulders. It involves rotating the torso while maintaining a plank position, which challenges stability and coordination.

Front Plank With Twist demonstration
Primary muscle
Abs
Also works
Obliques and Shoulders
Equipment
Body weight
Level
Intermediate
Category
Abs

How to do Front Plank With Twist, step by step

  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 glutes to maintain a stable position.
  3. Rotate your torso to the right, lifting your right arm and extending it towards the ceiling.
  4. Keep your hips and legs stable as you twist.
  5. Hold for a moment, then return to the starting position.
  6. Repeat the twist on the left side.
  7. Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Front Plank With Twist works your abs as the main mover, with help from your obliques and shoulders.

Track Front Plank With Twist in SPLYT

Front Plank With Twist is already in SPLYT’s exercise library. Log your sets, reps and weight on iPhone or Apple Watch, with last time’s weights already filled in.

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