Side Plank Lift
Muscle Groups: Obliques
Side Plank Lift focuses on Obliques, with Abs, Glutes, Shoulders, Lower Back, Adductors, Abductors working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Side Plank Lift with proper form and technique.
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Start lying on your side with your legs straight and stacked on top of each other. Support your body with your elbow directly under your shoulder.
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Lift your hips off the ground to create a straight line from your head to your feet. Engage your core and squeeze your glutes.
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Extend your free arm towards the ceiling for added stability, holding the position for the desired time.
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Lower your hips back down to return to the starting position. Repeat on the other side.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Side Plank Lift safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your elbow directly under your shoulder to avoid strain.
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Engage your core throughout the movement to maintain stability and prevent sagging hips.
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Avoid twisting your torso; keep your body in a straight line from head to heels.
Secondary Muscles
While Side Plank Lift primarily targets Obliques , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Abs, Glutes, Shoulders, Lower Back, Adductors, Abductors . 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 Side Plank Lift, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Side Plank 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.
