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Core · Intermediate

Plank with Twist

High-plank rotation into a brief side-plank reach while maintaining shoulder and trunk control.

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Plank with Twist demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

CoreObliquesShouldersGlutes

Equipment

Bodyweight

Sets × reps

3 × 10 / side

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Set up in a high plank with your hands under your shoulders and feet slightly wider than hip width.
  2. 02Brace your trunk and keep your body long before rotating.
  3. 03Pivot on your feet, rotate your torso and hips to the right, and reach your right arm toward the ceiling.
  4. 04Return your right hand beneath the shoulder without letting your lower back sag.
  5. 05Repeat to the left and continue alternating with deliberate control.

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