How To Perform Plank Knee Ins

Plank Knee Ins are a great exercise to strengthen plenty of muscles at once: shoulders, abs, hip flexors, chest and arms.

Level/Difficulty: Intermediate to Advanced

Muscle Group(s): core/deep abdominals , arms, shoulders, legs

Equipment: none (wall for support - optional)

Exercise groups: Lower Body Exercises, Full Body Exercises, Lower Body Exercises, Core Strengthening Exercises, Upper Body Exercises, Posture Strengthening Exercises

Coaching Cues:
Push away from floor, exhale to drive knee to chest, slow tempo

Before starting:

Be sure to move slowly and breathe well throughout.

1. Start on hands and feet and position yourself into a full plank.

2. Keep pushing away from the floor with both hands.

3. Inhale as you drive one knee into the chest. Exhale as you return to start, slowly alternating sides.