Kneeling Side Plank with Leg Lift
Muscle Groups: Obliques, Abductors
Kneeling Side Plank with Leg Lift focuses on Obliques, Abductors, with Abs, Shoulders, Glutes working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Kneeling Side Plank with Leg Lift with proper form and technique.
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Start in a kneeling position on your right side, resting your right elbow beneath your shoulder. Keep your left leg extended straight out and your left foot on top of your right knee.
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Lift your hips off the ground into a side plank, engaging your core and keeping a straight line from your head to your toes.
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While maintaining the side plank, lift your left leg up to hip height and lower it back down without touching the ground. Repeat this movement.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Kneeling Side Plank with Leg Lift safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your shoulder directly above your elbow to avoid strain.
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Engage your core and keep your body in a straight line to maintain balance and stability.
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Avoid letting your hips sag; lift them up to protect your lower back.
Secondary Muscles
While Kneeling Side Plank with Leg Lift primarily targets Obliques, Abductors , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Abs, Shoulders, Glutes . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Kneeling Side Plank with Leg Lift, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Kneeling Side Plank with Leg Lift, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
