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Plank Jack

Jumping jack in a plank. In a push-up position, you jump your feet apart and back together, like a jumping jack in a plank.

Category
Bodyweight
Muscles
Core, Shoulders, Legs
Level
Beginner
Equipment
none

How to do the Plank Jack, step by step

  1. Push-up position, hands under your shoulders.
  2. Jump your feet out.
  3. Jump them back together.
  4. Hips stay steady at shoulder height.

Common mistakes and how to fix them

  • Hips bounce alongcore tight.
  • Hands creep forwardshoulders over your hands.

How to scale the Plank Jack

If you can't do the movement cleanly yet or the workout is too heavy, use one of these variations:

  • Tap your feet out to the side one at a time
  • On your forearms

These descriptions are general guidance and don't replace a coach. Have someone at your box show you new movements, and stop if anything hurts.

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