AÂ FIT30 EXERCISE
Plank Switches
Plank Switches, also known as Plank Up Downs, are a dynamic core exercise that targets the entire body, with a focus on the core, shoulders, and arms. This exercise involves transitioning from an elbow plank to a high plank position, alternating arms.
HOWÂ TO
How do I do a Plank - Switches?
- Begin in an elbow plank position with your elbows directly beneath your shoulders, your forearms on the ground, and your body forming a straight line from head to heels.
- Push through one arm at a time, straightening it to move from the elbow plank to a high plank position. Place your hand where your elbow was.
- Once in the high plank position, ensure your wrists are directly under your shoulders and your body is in a straight line.
- Lower one arm at a time back to the elbow plank position, returning to the starting position.
- Continue to alternate between the high plank and elbow plank positions, leading with opposite arms.
TIPS
What are some tips for Plank Switches?
- Perform the up-down movements with control to engage the muscles effectively and maintain proper form.
- Ensure your body stays in a straight line from head to heels during both the high plank and elbow plank positions.
- Pay attention to wrist alignment in the high plank position, keeping them directly under your shoulders.
- Breathe rhythmically throughout the exercise, inhaling during the transition and exhaling as you return to the forearm plank.
- Engage your core throughout the movement to maintain stability and prevent sagging or piking of the hips.
MODIFICATIONS
How do I modify Plank Switches?
Easier
- If the full plank is challenging, perform the up-down movement with your knees on the ground, maintaining a modified plank position.
- Start with a lower number of repetitions and gradually increase as you build strength and endurance.
- Place your hands on an elevated surface, like a bench or step, to decrease the intensity and focus on form.
- Perform the up-down movements at a slower pace if you're a beginner or working on perfecting your form.
What are the benefits of a Plank Switches?
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Complete 3 Rounds In 28:45
- Plank Switches (0:25)
- Rest (0:10)
- Basic Jump (0:45)
- Rest (0:15)
- Bodyweight Squats (0:30)
- Rest (0:20)
- Drop Squats (0:30)
- Rest (0:20)
- Basic Jump (0:45)
- Rest (0:15)
- Plank Switches (0:25)
- Rest (0:10)
- Basic Jump (0:45)
- Rest (0:15)
- Bodyweight Squats (0:30)
- Rest (0:20)
- Drop Squats (0:30)
- Rest (0:20)
- Basic Jump (0:45)
- Rest (0:15)
- Squat Thrusts (0:25)
- Rest (1:00)
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Complete 5 Rounds In 29:25
- Ski Jump (0:45)
- Rest (0:20)
- High Plank Knees-to-Chest (0:15)
- High Plank Pulses (0:15)
- Plank Switches (0:15)
- Rest (0:20)
- Scissor Jump (0:45)
- Rest (0:20)
- Elbow Plank Knees-to-Chest (0:15)
- High Plank Pulses (0:15)
- Plank Switches (0:15)
- Rest (0:20)
- Freestyle Jump (0:45)
- Rest (1:00)
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