Straight Arm Plank With Alternating Arm And Leg Raise

General And Specifics

• this fitness exercise strengthens the whole torso musculature

Starting Position

• knee on a fitness mat or the ground
• go over into the push-up position and place the hands below your shoulders
• the arms are angled a little to preserve the joints
• stretch out the legs backwards and lift the hips
• keep the upper body straight and the head in extension to the spine
• open the legs hip width and brace the abs

Correct Execution

• increase the body tension
• now lift one arm and the opposite leg at the same time
• lift them up until they are parallel to the ground
• coordinate the motion so that you can keep the equation
• avoid a swinging hip
• try to keep the body as stable as possible
• hold the position for a bit
• come back to the starting position again
• repeat with the other leg and arm
• repeat this fitness exercise alternating several times