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Plank up-down

A isolation exercise for the abs, with help from the triceps, front delts. Equipment: no equipment.

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How to do it

  1. Setup: Start in a forearm plank, feet a little wide.
  2. Press up to straight arms one hand at a time
  3. Lower back down, keeping the hips still

Muscles worked

Plank up-down: 3D figure mid-rep with the abs highlighted

Equipment

None. You can do it anywhere. See more exercises by equipment.

Alternatives

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