Side Plank
Anti-lateral flexion hold to strengthen the lateral core.
core exercises Obliques, quadratus lumborum, lateral stabilizersExecution
- 1Side-lying on forearm and edge of the foot
- 2Lift hips to form a straight line
- 3Hold 30-45 seconds per side
- 43 sets per side
Cues
- Drive the hip up
- Keep ribs stacked over pelvis
- Body stays long
Common Errors
- Hips sagging
- Trunk rotation
- Breath holding
Progressions
- 1Knees -> Feet -> Top leg elevated -> With hip movement
Related Patterns
lumbar hyperlordosisanterior pelvic tiltlateral pelvic tiltlower crossed syndrome
