In the T-plank with weight, we add the use of a dumbbell to the regular T-Plank.
HOW TO…
- Get into a High Plank position, and make sure your hands are right under your shoulders. Position the dumbbell in between your hands.
- Rotate your torso, starting with your hips, moving off the toes onto the side of your feet.
- Pick up the dumbbell in one hand and bring the arm up and open up your chest.
- Stack your feet on top of each other.
- Stabilize your position: (a) keep your hips high, (b) keep your arms straight, and (c) look up.
- Hold for 3 seconds.
- Move back into the High Plank position, and place the dumbbell back on the floor.
- Next, repeat to the other side.
Variation: The picture shows the placement of the feet apart rather than stacked. This is a variation to make the exercise a little easier in case you are struggling with the balance.
Goal: Aim to perform the T-plank with weight at least 10x without resting before switching to the other side.
Challenge: Perform the T-Plank on each side for 10 repetitions, but increase the duration of holding the extended position for 5 seconds rather than 3 seconds.