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Single Arm Water Bottle Incline Plank Tap Reach

Adds light resistance to the incline plank reach for greater core and shoulder demand.

Core & AbsIntermediateStrengthIsometric

At a glance

Muscles workedPrimary: core. Secondary: shoulders
Muscle groupCore & Abs
DifficultyIntermediate
TypeStrength · Isometric
Sets & reps3 sets × 8-10 each side
Estimated calories burned~5 kcal

How to do it

  1. Set up in an incline plank holding a water bottle in one hand.
  2. Reach or tap forward/side while keeping hips stable.
  3. Return and switch sides.
  4. Maintain a strong plank position throughout.
  5. Repeat for desired reps.

Equipment

Coaching tips

Benefits

Adds light resistance to the incline plank reach for greater core and shoulder demand.

Common mistakes

Avoid rotating the hips or dropping the supporting shoulder.

Make it harder

Use a heavier bottle or move to a lower surface.

Make it easier

Perform without the bottle.

Breathing

Exhale as you reach, inhale as you return.

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