How to do it
Actively press your forearms down and push the floor away from you.
- 1
Start in a standard plank position with your forearms on the ground and your body in a straight line.
- 2
Lift one foot off the ground and tap it to the side, then return to the plank position.
- 3
Repeat with the other foot, alternating side taps while maintaining the plank.
- 4
Continue alternating toe taps for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels and avoid sagging your hips to maintain proper form and maximize core engagement.
Common mistakes
- ✕Hiking the hips upward during the tap
- ✕Rotating the torso as the foot lifts
- ✕Letting the head drop toward the floor