Reverse Plank

General and Specifics

• this exercise especially strengthens the core

Starting Position

• sit down on the ground
• stretch out the legs in front of you
• the feet are together
• place the elbows behind your buttocks and shoulder width apart on the floor

Correct Execution

• lift the buttocks slowly
• hold your body in a line from head to toe
• do not let the hip sink down
• stay in this isometric position for at least 20 seconds
• afterwards, pause shortly and repeat

tips for the workout

• you can also do it with stretched out arms (more difficult, see 2nd video)
• if the exercise is done in the Reverse Plank With Leg Raise, it becomes more difficult