Side Plank
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Equipment:
body weight -
Area Worked:
Abdomen, Lower Back, & Pelvis -
Type of Workout:
Weight
Exercise Description:
The side plank is a core strengthening exercise that targets the muscles in the side of the body, including the obliques, the glutes, and the shoulders. To perform the side plank, start by lying on your side with your feet stacked on top of each other and your elbow directly under your shoulder. Engage your core muscles and lift your hips off the ground, forming a straight line from your feet to your shoulders. Hold this position for 30 seconds to a minute, then lower your hips back to the ground and repeat on the other side.
The side plank is a challenging exercise that can help to improve stability and balance, as well as strengthening the muscles in the core and upper body. It's important to keep your body in a straight line and avoid letting your hips sag during the exercise to get the full benefit. You can make the exercise more challenging by lifting your top leg or adding a weight on your top hip.
Muscles Involved
Stabilizer Muscles Involved
Antagonist Stabilizer Muscles Involved
Exercise Variations
Rehab Exercise For Injuires
Sports Enhanced By Exercise
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