Plank Rotation

Technique

Place yourself in plank position, hands in ground beneath your shoulders. Straight body from head to toes. Tighten abs and glutes to hold up your body. Reach elbow up toward the sky and slowly twist upper body back, look the same direction. Hold 1-3 seconds, return slowly and repeat other side to count one repetition.

Tips

Practice technique in front of a mirror. Imagine your body in the same posture as standing up.

Alternatives

Place your knees in ground, maintain the position.

More info

Works mainly the core, abs, glutes, hips and back.

Video

Caroline Nilsson is your personal trainer showing you how to do Plank Rotation.

This exercise is 1 of 36 exercises that are included in the app Poworkout Trim & Tone.