Exercise

Plank Shoulder Taps

Also known as: shoulder tap, plank taps, shoulder taps in plank, alternating shoulder taps

Plank Shoulder Taps is a compound exercise for the abdominals. Main target: abdominals. Also works: obliques, anterior deltoid and triceps lateral head. No equipment needed — just your bodyweight.

EquipmentBodyweight

TypeCompound (multi-joint)

MovementStatic hold

CategoryStrength

Muscles worked

Primary

Abdominals

Secondary

Obliques Anterior deltoid Triceps lateral head

How to do it

Start in a high plank with hands under shoulders and feet about hip-width apart.
Without rotating your hips, lift one hand and tap the opposite shoulder.
Return the hand to the floor and repeat with the other arm, alternating sides.
Keep the core braced so the torso stays square to the floor throughout.