Classification
Type | auxiliary |
Mechanics | isolated |
Direction | push |
Equipment | mat |
Additional Equipment | - |
Instructions
Preparation
In prone position, place elbows underneath shoulders and let forearms point forward. Put toes on floor.Execution
Raise hips off floor hips unti body is slightly bent. Keep legs straight. Maintain position as long as possible.Variations / Comments
-![Mat Plank | Starting Position Mat Plank Starting Position](/data/exercisefiles/98/1198.jpg)
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![Mat Plank | Ending Position Mat Plank Ending Position](/data/exercisefiles/99/1199.jpg)
Muscles
Target | Rectus Abdominis |
Synergist | Hip Flexors |
Stabilizers | Trapezius, Upper | Deltoids, Anterior | Major, Sternal | Latissimus Dorsi | Erector Spinae | Obliques | Hamstrings |
![Mat Plank | Muscles Front Mat Plank Muscles Front](/data/musclemaps/57/657.jpg)
Front
![Mat Plank | Muscles Rear Mat Plank Muscles Rear](/data/musclemaps/58/658.jpg)
Rear
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