Plank jacks, illustrated in 3 steps
Start in a high plank with your feet together.

Core

Plank jacks

A simple move for your core and shoulders, done on the floor. About 30 seconds.

Position
On the floor
Equipment
None
Time
About 30 seconds
Works
core and shoulders

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How to do plank jacks

  1. Set

    Start in a high plank with your feet together.

  2. 1

    Brace your middle and keep your hips level.

  3. 2

    Jump your feet wide.

  4. 3

    Jump them back together.

Take care. Step your feet out instead of jumping if you need a lower impact.

Gentle movement guidance, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts.

Illustration adapted from Everkinetic / Workout Guide by Bryl Lim, shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.