How to do it
Press the floor firmly away to keep your chest elevated between taps.
- 1
Start in a high plank position with your hands shoulder-width apart.
- 2
Engage your core and keep your body in a straight line from head to heels.
- 3
Lift one hand and tap the opposite shoulder, then place it back down.
- 4
Repeat with the other hand, alternating taps for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your core tight and hips stable to prevent them from swaying side to side. This will maximize engagement of your abdominal muscles and maintain proper form.
Common mistakes
- ✕Piking the hips high up toward the ceiling
- ✕Widening the stance beyond shoulder width
- ✕Letting the head drop toward the floor