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Band Copenhagen Mini Challenge Plank

Men's Health
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Required Equipment

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Exercise Bench
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Loop Bands

Muscle Groups

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Instructions

Why: Copenhagen planks are difficult enough to begin with—add in a mini band, and you have a whole other challenge.

How to Do It:

  • Place a mini band around your feet. Start in the Copenhagen plank position by planting your top foot on a bench or raised surface. The closer you put your knee to the bench, the less difficult this will be.

  • Place your forearm perpendicular to your torso on the ground. Think about squeezing both shoulder blades and glutes to raise your hips to create a straight line from your shoulders to your foot.

  • From here, drive your bottom knee forward against the resistance of the band.

  • Do 6 reps. On the last rep, hold the top position for 6 seconds. Do 3 sets on both sides.

Sets and Reps: Aim for 3 sets of 6 reps per side