Shoulder Tap
Description
This exercise involves starting in a plank position and tapping one hand to the opposite shoulder, then alternating sides. It helps to improve core stability and shoulder strength.
Equipment Required
Shoulder Tap Instructions
- Start in a high plank position with your hands shoulder-width apart and your feet hip-width apart.
- Engage your core and keep your hips level.
- Lift your right hand off the ground and tap your left shoulder.
- Return your right hand to the ground and repeat with your left hand tapping your right shoulder.
- Continue alternating shoulder taps for the desired number of repetitions or time.
Shoulder Tap Form & Visual
Shoulder Tap Benefits
- Improves core stability and balance
- Strengthens the shoulders, arms, and upper back
- Engages the abdominal muscles for a full-body workout
- Increases shoulder mobility and flexibility
- Can be done anywhere without equipment
Shoulder Tap Muscles Worked
- Shoulder muscles (deltoids)
- Core muscles (abdominals and obliques)
- Arm muscles (triceps and biceps)
Shoulder Tap Variations & Alternatives
- Plank Shoulder Tap
- Push-up Shoulder Tap
- Mountain Climber Shoulder Tap
- Bear Crawl Shoulder Tap
- Renegade Row Shoulder Tap
