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Obliques · Beginner

Side Plank

Anti-side-bending core hold for obliques, hips, and shoulder stability.

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Side Plank demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

ObliquesAbsShouldersGlutes

Equipment

Bodyweight

Sets × time

3 × 30 sec

Rest

30 sec

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Lie on your right side with your legs straight, feet stacked, and right elbow beneath your shoulder.
  2. 02Press through your forearm and the outside edge of your right foot to lift your hips.
  3. 03Form a straight line from your head through your heels with your shoulders and pelvis stacked.
  4. 04Hold while breathing steadily without letting your hips sag or torso rotate.
  5. 05Lower under control, rest, and repeat on your left side.

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