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Superman Plank (alternating)

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Superman Plank (alternating) Overview

The Superman plank (alternating) workout is a bodyweight exercise that primarily engages the Shoulders, Glutes, and Abs.

While it also activates secondary muscles, the focus remains on the targeted areas for a challenging workout.

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Superman Plank (alternating) Instructions

  1. Start in a high plank position with your hands directly under your shoulders and your feet hip-width apart.
  2. Engage your core and glutes as you lift your right arm and left leg off the ground, keeping them straight and parallel to the floor.
  3. Hold this position for a brief moment, focusing on maintaining a strong and stable body alignment.
  4. Return your right arm and left leg to the starting position, then repeat the movement on the opposite side by lifting your left arm and right leg.
  5. Continue alternating sides, lifting one arm and the opposite leg at a time, while keeping your body as straight as possible throughout the exercise.

Superman Plank (alternating) Tips

  1. Start by getting into a high plank position, with your hands directly under your shoulders and your body in a straight line from head to toe.
  2. Engage your core by drawing your belly button in towards your spine and squeezing your glutes.
  3. To activate your shoulders, focus on pushing the ground away from you and protracting your shoulder blades.
  4. While maintaining a strong core and engaged shoulders, lift one arm off the ground and extend it forward, parallel to the floor.
  5. Simultaneously, lift the opposite leg off the ground and extend it backward, also parallel to the floor.
  6. Hold this position for a few seconds, making sure to keep your hips level and your body in a straight line.
  7. Alternate sides, switching arms and legs, and repeat for the desired number of reps or time.

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