Plank Shoulder Taps: How-to, Tips & More
The Plank Shoulder Taps is a beginner isolation exercise for your abs. You do it with bodyweight. It is a good fit when your goal is general fitness.
Besides the abs, it also works your shoulders and glutes, so it fits well in a session that trains those muscles together.
Muscles worked
Abs
Primary
Shoulders
Secondary
Glutes
Secondary
How to do the Plank Shoulder Taps
- Start in a high plank with your hands under your shoulders.
- Lift one hand and tap the opposite shoulder.
- Put it back and tap with the other hand.
- Keep your hips still the whole time.
Plank Shoulder Taps tips
- Widen your feet to make it easier.
- Count each tap as one rep.
Sets and reps
Most lifters do well with 10 to 30 reps per set, and 10 to 30 reps is where this exercise tends to work best. Use a weight that leaves one or two reps in reserve on every set, and add weight once you can complete all your sets at the top of the range. It also works well in a superset with an exercise for the opposite muscles.
Equipment
Bodyweight
Type
Isolation
Plank Shoulder Taps alternatives
More abs exercises
Ab Wheel Rollout
Ab wheel
Band Kneeling Crunch
Resistance band
Barbell Rollout
Barbell
Cable Crunch
Cable machine
Cobra Stretch
Bodyweight
Crunch
Bodyweight
Frequently asked questions
What muscles does the Plank Shoulder Taps work?
The Plank Shoulder Taps mainly works your abs, with help from your shoulders and glutes.
How many sets and reps should I do?
A good starting point is 10 to 30 reps per set, and many lifters get the best results between 10 to 30 reps. Use a weight that leaves one or two reps in reserve.
Is the Plank Shoulder Taps good for beginners?
Yes. The Plank Shoulder Taps is considered beginner and is a good choice if you are new to training. Start light and focus on form.
What equipment do I need for the Plank Shoulder Taps?
You need bodyweight.
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