Swiss Ball Side Plank
Muscle Groups: Obliques
Swiss Ball Side Plank focuses on Obliques, with Abs working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Swiss Ball Side Plank with proper form and technique.
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Position a Swiss ball beside you and lie on your side with your forearm resting on the top of the ball, ensuring your elbow is directly under your shoulder.
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Stack your feet one on top of the other, or place the top foot slightly in front of the bottom foot for increased stability, keeping your legs straight.
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Engage your core and glutes, then lift your hips off the floor, forming a straight line from your head through your shoulders, hips, and heels.
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Maintain this straight body line, keeping your core tight and avoiding any sagging or twisting of your hips.
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Hold this side plank position for the desired duration, then gently lower your hips back to the floor to complete the exercise.
Secondary Muscles
While Swiss Ball Side Plank primarily targets Obliques , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Abs . 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 Swiss Ball Side Plank, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Swiss Ball Side Plank, 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.
