Inchworm

About This Exercise

Dynamic hamstring and core mobility drill. Walks the hands out to plank and back, progressively stretching the posterior chain.

1Setup

Stand with feet hip-width apart.

2Execution

Bend forward and place your hands on the floor (bend knees slightly if needed). Walk your hands forward until you reach a plank position. Hold for 1 second. Walk your hands back toward your feet, keeping legs as straight as possible. Stand up. Repeat.

Pro Tips

• Keep your legs as straight as possible when walking hands back
• Feel the stretch in your hamstrings and calves on the walk-back
• Engage your core in the plank position
• Each rep should cover about 4-5 feet of floor space