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Inchworm

Primary
Hamstrings
Equipment
Bodyweight
Level
beginner

Inchworm demonstration

Inchworm, starting position
Inchworm, starting position
Inchworm, finishing position
Inchworm, finishing position

How to Perform

  1. 1Stand with your feet close together. Keeping your legs straight, stretch down and put your hands on the floor directly in front of you. This will be your starting position.
  2. 2Begin by walking your hands forward slowly, alternating your left and your right. As you do so, bend only at the hip, keeping your legs straight.
  3. 3Keep going until your body is parallel to the ground in a pushup position.
  4. 4Now, keep your hands in place and slowly take short steps with your feet, moving only a few inches at a time.
  5. 5Continue walking until your feet are by hour hands, keeping your legs straight as you do so.

Video Tutorial

Tips & Common Mistakes

  • •Focus on controlled movements rather than speed or momentum
  • •Maintain proper breathing - exhale during the exertion phase
  • •Start with lighter weight to master the form before progressing
  • •This is a great exercise for beginners - focus on form over reps
  • •As a compound movement, this exercise works multiple muscle groups efficiently

Muscles Worked

Front
Back
Hamstrings

Exercise Details

Category
Stretching
Force
N/A
Mechanic
compound
Level
beginner

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Inchworm work?

Inchworm primarily targets the Hamstrings.

What equipment do I need for Inchworm?

Inchworm requires Bodyweight.

Is Inchworm suitable for beginners?

Yes, Inchworm is suitable for beginners. It's classified as a beginner-level exercise.

Alternatives to Inchworm

Substitute any of these when the equipment is taken or unavailable. They train the same primary muscles.