Core · Bodyweight

Reverse Plank on Elbows

Face-up plank on your forearms, holding hips high.

Reverse Plank on Elbows exercise demonstration
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How to do it

  1. Sit with legs straight, set your forearms on the floor behind you.
  2. Press your hips up so your body forms a straight line from heels to head.
  3. Keep your forearms and heels grounded.
  4. Hold the position for the set time.

The one cue that matters

Squeeze your glutes and keep hips lifted, do not let them dip.

Muscles worked

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

FAQ

What muscles does the Reverse Plank on Elbows work?

The Reverse Plank on Elbows 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 Reverse Plank on Elbows?

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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