Shoulder Tap exercise animated demonstration

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Beginner

target Target Muscle Groups

Primary: Abs accessibility Waist
Shoulders Triceps

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Body Weight

Category

strength

Mechanic

isolation

Cal/min

4.3

Force

push

Shoulder Tap is a beginner single-joint isolation pushing exercise targeting the Abs in the Waist region. Performed using bodyweight, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Shoulders and Triceps.

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1

Start in a high plank position with your hands directly under your shoulders and your body in a straight line.

2

Engage your core and lift your right hand off the ground, reaching across to tap your left shoulder.

3

Place your right hand back on the ground and repeat with your left hand tapping your right shoulder.

4

Continue alternating shoulder taps while keeping your hips and torso stable.

5

Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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