Single-leg Side Plank

Primary muscles
Abs
Secondary muscles
Abductors, Obliques
Equipment
Body weight
Movement pattern
None

Steps

  1. 1 Lie on your side on the floor, supporting your body with your forearm and the side of your bottom foot.
  2. 2 Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels, with your legs stacked.
  3. 3 Engage your core and lift your top leg straight up towards the ceiling, keeping it extended.
  4. 4 Slowly lower your top leg back down to the starting position, stacking it on top of your bottom leg.
  5. 5 Complete all repetitions on one side, then switch to the other side.

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