Core · Bodyweight

Plank Jack

A plank with jumping-jack legs to keep your core firing under movement.

Plank Jack exercise demonstration
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How to do it

  1. Set up in a high plank, hands under shoulders, body in a straight line.
  2. Brace your core hard.
  3. Jump both feet out wide, then jump them back together.
  4. Keep a steady rhythm for the full time.

The one cue that matters

Keep your hips level and still, only your legs should move.

Muscles worked

The Plank Jack isolates the Core — no passengers. That makes it a clean tool for adding targeted core volume without extra fatigue.

FAQ

What muscles does the Plank Jack work?

The Plank Jack primarily works the Core.

How long should I hold it?

Start with sets you can hold with perfect position, even if short. Add a few seconds each session; quality beats clock-watching.

How many sets and reps of Plank Jack?

For most lifters 3 to 4 working sets. Pick the rep range that fits your goal and progress the load when the top of the range feels owned.

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