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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Lie on your side with your forearm on the floor, elbow directly under your shoulder, and your legs stacked one on top of the other.
- 2
Engage your core and lift your hips off the floor, forming a straight line from your head to your heels.
- 3
Slowly lower your hips towards the floor without letting them fully touch.
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Engage your obliques to lift your hips back up to the starting side plank position.
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.
