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Spiderman Plank

Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Spiderman Plank.

MediumAbsGlutes

About this exercise

The Spiderman Plank is a dynamic core exercise that combines a standard high plank with an alternating knee-to-elbow movement. It challenges core stability, hip flexors, and obliques simultaneously, making it an efficient full-core conditioning drill.

How to Perform

  • Start in a high plank position with your hands directly under your shoulders and your body forming a straight line from head to heels
  • Brace your core and keep your hips level throughout the movement
  • Lift your right foot and bring your right knee toward your right elbow, keeping it close to the ground
  • Return your right foot to the starting position
  • Repeat on the left side, bringing your left knee toward your left elbow
  • Continue alternating sides in a slow, controlled manner for the desired number of reps

Muscle Activation

Primary
AbsGlutesObliques
Secondary
QuadricepsFront shouldersUpper chestMiddle chestInner thighsOuter thighs

About the Spiderman Plank

The Spiderman Plank is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.