Arm Grab

Arm Grab

A partner exercise that challenges upper body strength.

  • 6+ years
  • Group size: 2+
  • Duration: 10 min
  • Partner exercise
  • Mountains, forests and fields
  • Gym / Sports hall
  • Open space
  • Gym Mat

Participants stand face to face in a plank position, as if doing push-ups, with their heads facing each other. Their hands are placed under their shoulders on a soft surface.

The task is for one person to try and 'snatch' away the other's hands, so that the partner loses support and falls to the floor.

Safety

  • ensure participants are warmed up before starting, to reduce the risk of injury
  • use mats or other soft surfaces

The exercise can be performed on the knees instead of straight legs, if the plank position is too difficult.

Adjust the duration and number of rounds according to age and strength level.