This Plank Variation Works Your Six-Pack Muscles And Side Abs At The Same Time

Check out Women’s Health’s FitGIF Friday every week for fun and challenging new moves to make your sweat sesh really count. Here’s this week’s exercise:

Lateral plank foot tap: A traditional plank works your abs like crazy, but doesn’t show your obliques much love. That’s where a foot tap comes in handy—by tapping it out, you’re cinching your waist and strengthening your core. Plus, an active move always burns more calories than a stationary one.