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Lateral Side Plank bent leg
Muscles involved
The bent leg side plank is an easier side plank. It builds oblique and glute strength for beginners.
How to do it
- Lie on your side, supporting yourself on your forearm, and keep your bottom knee bent.
- Elevate your hips to form a straight line from your shoulder to your knee.
- Hold the position for a moment, activating your obliques and glute.
- Lower with control and repeat before changing sides.
Equipment required
Muscles worked
Tips
- Keep your bottom knee bent and supported on the floor. - Elevate your hips until you form a straight line from your shoulder to your knee. - Contract the glute and oblique of the elevated side.
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IntermedioFrequently asked questions
Lateral Side Plank bent leg: which muscles does it work?
Lateral Side Plank bent leg mainly works: Obliques, Glutes. It also involves: Gluteus medius.
What is Lateral Side Plank bent leg good for?
The bent leg side plank is an easier side plank. It builds oblique and glute strength for beginners.
How do you do Lateral Side Plank bent leg with proper form?
- Keep your bottom knee bent and supported on the floor. - Elevate your hips until you form a straight line from your shoulder to your knee. - Contract the glute and oblique of the elevated side.
