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Plank Knee Twist

Intermediate

Plank Knee Twist

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Author

Owen Jones

Updated

17 Sep 2024

Demonstration Video

  • Description
  • Instructions
  • Muscle Groups
  • Tips

Exercise Description

Plank Knee Twist is a variation of standard plank that helps tone your obliques and your transverse abdominals.

Exercise Instructions

  • Step 1

    Get into a pushup position with your arms and legs hip-width apart. Your body should make a straight line from shoulders to ankles.
  • Step 2

    Squeeze your torso and bend one knee at a 90-degree angle and pull it towards the opposite elbow. Return to starting position.

Muscle Groups

Plank Knee Twist targets Abs, Hips, Obliques as seen below.

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Exercise Tips

  • Don't lift your hips too high, and don't drop them.
  • Don't let your upper back rotate as you bring your knee to your chest.