Plank ya juu na kuinua mkono na mguu wa upande mwingine

Learn how to do Plank ya juu na kuinua mkono na mguu wa upande mwingine with proper form. Watch the 4K video, see which muscles are worked, and follow step-by-step instructions.

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MET 4 Abs Deep CoreShouldersGlutesLower Back No equipment

Plank ya juu na kuinua mkono na mguu wa upande mwingine is a No equipment exercise that primarily targets the Abs, with secondary activation of the Deep Core, Shoulders, Glutes, Lower Back. It has a MET value of 4, meaning a 70kg person burns approximately 140 calories in a 30-minute session..

How to Do Plank ya juu na kuinua mkono na mguu wa upande mwingine

An advanced plank variation that challenges core stability, balance, and coordination by lifting the opposite arm and leg simultaneously.


💡 Instructions:


  • Start in a high plank position with hands under shoulders and body in a straight line.

  • Engage your core and glutes to maintain stability.

  • Lift your right arm and left leg at the same time, keeping them straight.

  • Hold briefly at the top, then return to the plank position.

  • Repeat with the opposite arm and leg.


⚠️ Common mistakes:


  • Letting hips rotate or sag during the lift

  • Overextending the arm or leg

  • Rushing through the movement instead of controlling it

  • Placing hands too far forward or back

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Muscles Worked by Plank ya juu na kuinua mkono na mguu wa upande mwingine

Primary Abs
Secondary
Deep CoreShouldersGlutesLower Back

Equipment

  • No equipment

Calories Burned Doing Plank ya juu na kuinua mkono na mguu wa upande mwingine

Calorie Calculator

MET 4
Estimated burn
140 calories

Calories = MET × weight (kg) × time (hours)

Quick Facts: Plank ya juu na kuinua mkono na mguu wa upande mwingine

Type
No equipment exercise
Primary muscle
Abs
Secondary muscles
Deep Core, Shoulders, Glutes, Lower Back
MET value
4
Calories (30 min, 70kg)
≈ 140 cal
Video quality
4K with male and female demonstrations

FAQ: Plank ya juu na kuinua mkono na mguu wa upande mwingine

What muscles does Plank ya juu na kuinua mkono na mguu wa upande mwingine work?

Plank ya juu na kuinua mkono na mguu wa upande mwingine primarily targets the Abs, with secondary engagement of the Deep Core, Shoulders, Glutes, Lower Back.

How do you do Plank ya juu na kuinua mkono na mguu wa upande mwingine correctly?

An advanced plank variation that challenges core stability, balance, and coordination by lifting the opposite arm and leg simultaneously. 💡 Instructions:...

Is Plank ya juu na kuinua mkono na mguu wa upande mwingine good for beginners?

Plank ya juu na kuinua mkono na mguu wa upande mwingine has a MET value of 4, indicating a moderate intensity exercise appropriate for most fitness levels.

What equipment do you need for Plank ya juu na kuinua mkono na mguu wa upande mwingine?

Plank ya juu na kuinua mkono na mguu wa upande mwingine requires: No equipment.

What are the benefits of Plank ya juu na kuinua mkono na mguu wa upande mwingine?

Plank ya juu na kuinua mkono na mguu wa upande mwingine strengthens the Abs, engages the Deep Core and Shoulders and Glutes and Lower Back.

What exercises are similar to Plank ya juu na kuinua mkono na mguu wa upande mwingine?

Similar exercises to Plank ya juu na kuinua mkono na mguu wa upande mwingine include Crunch ya kushuka, Twist ya Kirusi na dumbbell, Dumbbell Turkish Get-Up, Crunch yenye uzito wa dumbbell.

Is Plank ya juu na kuinua mkono na mguu wa upande mwingine better than Crunch ya kushuka?

Both Plank ya juu na kuinua mkono na mguu wa upande mwingine and Crunch ya kushuka target the Abs. Choose based on your available equipment and training goals.

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