Side Plank with Elbow on Bosu® Balance Trainer
Muscle Groups: Obliques
Side Plank with Elbow on Bosu® Balance Trainer focuses on Obliques, with Glutes, Shoulders working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Side Plank with Elbow on Bosu® Balance Trainer with proper form and technique.
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Position a Bosu® Balance Trainer with the dome side up on the floor.
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Lie on your side next to the Bosu, placing your bottom elbow directly on the center of the dome, ensuring your shoulder is stacked over your elbow.
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Extend your legs straight, stacking your feet one on top of the other.
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Engage your core and glutes, then lift your hips off the floor until your body forms a straight line from your head to your heels.
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Keep your core tight and maintain a straight line, avoiding any sagging or arching in your back.
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Hold this side plank position, then slowly lower your hips back to the starting position.
Secondary Muscles
While Side Plank with Elbow on Bosu® Balance Trainer primarily targets Obliques , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Glutes, 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 with Elbow on Bosu® Balance Trainer, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Side Plank with Elbow on Bosu® Balance Trainer, 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.
