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Side Plank
Muscles involved
The side plank holds your body sideways on one forearm. It builds oblique strength and spinal stability.
How to do it
- Lie on your side with legs extended and feet in a hammer position.
- Support your forearm on the floor with your elbow under your shoulder and the other hand on your waist.
- Lift your hips until your body is aligned.
- Lower your hips controllably to the starting position.
Equipment required
Muscles worked
Tips
- Keep your body in a straight line from head to feet. - Activate your core and glutes to maintain the elevated position. - Don't let your hip sink towards the floor.
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PrincipianteFrequently asked questions
Side Plank: which muscles does it work?
Side Plank mainly works: Obliques. It also involves: Iliopsoas.
What is Side Plank good for?
The side plank holds your body sideways on one forearm. It builds oblique strength and spinal stability.
How do you do Side Plank with proper form?
- Keep your body in a straight line from head to feet. - Activate your core and glutes to maintain the elevated position. - Don't let your hip sink towards the floor.
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