What It Is
Holding a high plank while you lift one hand at a time. It trains your trunk to stay steady while your body shifts.
How to Do It
Start at the top of a push-up on the floor with your feet wider than your hips. Lift one hand and tap the opposite shoulder. Place it back down. Switch sides each rep.
Skill Level
Beginner. One new pattern or machine to learn, with light loads and low risk.
Type
Strength. Builds muscle and strength with controlled, resisted movement.
Engagement
Unilateral (Alternating). Each rep alternates between sides.