Side Plank with Reach Under
Muscle Groups: Obliques, Abs
Side Plank with Reach Under focuses on Obliques, Abs, with Shoulders, Adductors, Abductors working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Side Plank with Reach Under with proper form and technique.
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Start in a side plank position with your elbow under your shoulder and legs stacked. Engage your core and lift your hips off the ground, creating a straight line from your head to feet.
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Reach your top arm under your body while rotating your torso slightly, then return your arm back to the starting position while keeping your hips lifted.
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Hold the side plank position for a moment before lowering your hips back to the ground and resting.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Side Plank with Reach Under safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your elbow directly under your shoulder to avoid shoulder strain.
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Don’t let your hips sag; keep them lifted for proper form.
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Move slowly and control your movements to prevent injury and maintain balance.
Secondary Muscles
While Side Plank with Reach Under primarily targets Obliques, Abs , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Shoulders, 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 with Reach Under, 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 Reach Under, 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.
