Inchworm Exercise Explained

Inchworms are a great exercise that use a whole array of muscle groups including the abs, pecs, arms, and even legs.

Here’s how you can safely do this exercise:

Step 1- Stand with your feet parallel to each other

Step 2- Keeping your legs as straight as possible, reach towards the floor, getting as close as you can to the ankles.

Step 3– Start walking your hands forward, trying to keep your legs straight throughout the exercise. This is similar to the pike push up starting position.

Step 4– Keep walking with your hands, until you reach plank position, or, if you’re capable, reaching with the hands even further than the shoulders.

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Step 5– Walk back up to starting position with your hands

Still not clear on the instructions?

Then check out the video below for a demonstration:

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