Side Plank Lift
Muscle Groups: Abs
Side Plank Lift focuses on Abs, with Obliques, Shoulders working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Side Plank Lift with proper form and technique.
- 1
Lie on your side, supporting your body on one forearm with your elbow directly under your shoulder.
- 2
Stack your feet one on top of the other, keeping your body in a straight line from head to heels.
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Engage your core and raise your top arm straight up towards the ceiling, keeping it perpendicular to your torso.
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Slowly lower your arm back down to your side, maintaining a stable side plank position.
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Complete your repetitions on one side, then switch to the other side.
Secondary Muscles
While Side Plank Lift primarily targets Abs , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Obliques, Shoulders . 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.
