Side Plank with Leg Lift
Muscle Groups: Obliques, Abductors
Side Plank with Leg Lift focuses on Obliques, Abductors, with Abs, Adductors working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Side Plank with Leg Lift with proper form and technique.
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Lie on your side with your forearm on the ground, elbow directly under your shoulder, and your body in a straight line.
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Stack your feet one on top of the other, or place the top foot slightly in front for more stability.
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Engage your core and lift your hips off the ground, forming a straight line from your head to your heels.
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Keeping your core tight and hips stable, slowly lift your top leg towards the ceiling.
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Pause briefly at the top, then slowly lower your leg back down to meet your bottom leg.
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Maintain the side plank position throughout the leg lift movement.
Secondary Muscles
While 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, Adductors . 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 Leg 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 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.
