Weighted Side Plank with Knee Tuck
Muscle Groups: Obliques, Abs
Weighted Side Plank with Knee Tuck focuses on Obliques, Abs.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Side Plank with Knee Tuck with proper form and technique.
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Start by lying on your side, supporting your upper body with one forearm directly under your shoulder.
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Stack your feet one on top of the other and lift your hips off the floor, forming a straight line from head to heels.
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Place a dumbbell on your top hip, holding it in place with your free hand.
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Engage your core and slowly draw your top knee towards your chest, aiming to touch your elbow if possible.
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Pause briefly at the peak of the contraction, squeezing your obliques.
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Slowly extend your leg back to the starting stacked position, maintaining control and keeping your hips elevated.
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