Abs · Body weight · Intermediate

How to do 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.

Power Point Plank demonstration
Primary muscle
Abs
Also works
Shoulders, Triceps and Glutes
Equipment
Body weight
Level
Intermediate
Category
Abs

How to do Power Point Plank, 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 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.

Muscles worked

Power Point Plank works your abs as the main mover, with help from your shoulders, triceps and glutes.

Track Power Point Plank in SPLYT

Power Point Plank 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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