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shoulder tap

shoulder tap exercise guide with muscles, equipment, animation and step-by-step instructions. Target: abs. Equipment: body weight.

shoulder tap exercise demonstration
Target muscle
abs
Muscle group
shoulders
Body part
waist
Equipment
body weight

Secondary muscles

shoulders, triceps

How to perform

  1. Start in a high plank position with your hands directly under your shoulders and your body in a straight line.
  2. Engage your core and lift your right hand off the ground, reaching across to tap your left shoulder.
  3. Place your right hand back on the ground and repeat with your left hand tapping your right shoulder.
  4. Continue alternating shoulder taps while keeping your hips and torso stable.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.