Using dumbbells during a planking exercise allows us to increase the focus on a specific muscle group. In the case of the plank tricep row with weight, we train the back of the upper arms. Get rid of those flabby arms!
HOW TO…
- Position yourself into a High Plank position. Position the dumbbell next to your hands.
- Pick up the dumbell with one hand and pull up your elbow until it is horizontal (or a little higher). Keep the dumbbell parallel to your body.
- Now straighten your arm by lifting your hand. Your upper arm should stay in the same position.
- Once straight, bent the arm again, and then lower your hand to the floor.
- Position the weight on the floor, and then pick it up with the other hand.
- Repeat the tricep row on the other side.
- As with the previous planking exercises with weights, look towards the floor, and not forward.
Note: Using a light weight and doing more repetitions will help wtih the muscle toning. Using a heavy weight will limit the number of repetitions you can do and also increase the risk of injury.
Variation: Instead of switching hands between each plank tricep row, repeat the tricep rows on one side before switching.
Goal: Aim to perform the plank tricep row with weight at least 10x (both sides) without resting.