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How to do Side Planks

The side plank is a great full body exercise. It will build solid core strength especially in the obliques but will hit the entire ab wall as well. A great exercise to throw into your routine along with the traditional and extended plank for overall development.


Purpose/Focus: Strength, Conditioning
Body Parts Used: Full Body
Difficulty: Medium
Exercise Videos
Exercise Steps
Step 1

Get onto your side with your elbow directly under your shoulder

Step 2

Lift your hips in the air.

Step 3

Maintain a straight line and hold as long as you can. Repeat with the other side.

Tips

Maintain core tension throughout the entire exercise. Look straight the entire time as well. Keep your shoulder packed into the upper back throughout the exercise. Keep a straight line the entire time. If the hips start to sag or are too high then time to pack it in until next time.

Exercise Pictures
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