Abs · Body weight · Advanced
How to do Straddle Planche
The straddle planche is an advanced bodyweight exercise that targets the abs while also engaging the shoulders, triceps, and chest. It requires significant core strength, balance, and coordination to hold the body parallel to the ground with only the hands supporting the weight.
- Primary muscle
- Abs
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Level
- Advanced
- Category
- Abs
How to do Straddle Planche, step by step
- Start in a push-up position with your hands shoulder-width apart and your feet spread wide apart.
- Engage your core and slowly shift your weight forward, bringing your shoulders over your hands.
- Bend your elbows and lower your body towards the ground, keeping your elbows close to your sides.
- Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push through your hands to straighten your arms and lift your body back up to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Track Straddle Planche in SPLYT
Straddle Planche 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.
