Inchworm

Starting Posture

Begin in a standing position with your feet hip-width apart and your arms at your sides.

How to Exercise

1. Bend forward at the waist and place your hands on the floor in front of you. Walk your hands out until you are in a high plank position. 2. Hold the plank position for a moment, engaging your core and keeping your body in a straight line. 3. Walk your feet towards your hands while keeping your legs straight, bringing your body back to the starting position. 4. Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions.

Breath Control

Inhale as you walk your hands out to the plank position, exhale as you walk your feet back towards your hands.

Common errors

Common errors include bending the knees during the walk out or not fully extending the arms. Make sure to perform the exercise with control and proper form.

Weights

You can add intensity to the inchworm exercise by wearing weighted gloves or ankle weights.

Grips

Variations

To make the inchworm exercise more challenging, you can add a push-up at the bottom of the plank position or walk the hands out to a side plank before returning to the starting position.

Comments and tips

Make sure to keep your core engaged throughout the exercise to protect your lower back. Focus on maintaining proper form and alignment.

Cautions

Avoid arching your back or letting your hips sag during the plank position. If you feel any discomfort or pain, stop the exercise immediately.