Reverse plank demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Sit on the floor with your legs extended in front of you
  • 2Place your palms on the floor behind you, fingers pointing towards your feet
  • 3Press into your palms and lift your hips and torso towards the ceiling
  • 4Look up to the ceiling, point your toes, and keep your body straight
  • 5Hold this pose for a few seconds then slowly lower your body back down to the start position.

Tips:

  • Try to keep your hips high and in line with your body
  • If it gets too hard, you can always bend your legs
  • Make sure to engage your glutes and abs while in the plank
  • Avoid straining your neck, try to keep it in neutral position

Reverse plank Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs