Exercise library
Core
Side Plank
No equipment needed
- Primary muscle
- Core
- Also works
- Shoulders, Glutes
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
- Movement pattern
- Core
- Role in a program
- Accessory
How to do it
Lie on one side and prop yourself on the bottom forearm with elbow under the shoulder and feet stacked. Lift your hips until your body forms a straight line and hold, keeping the top of your head in line with your spine. Complete the set, then switch sides.
Video demo coming soon.
Similar & swap-friendly exercises
Missing the equipment, or does this one aggravate something today? These also train the core — pick a substitute that feels strong and pain-free. For an actual injury, get it assessed by a professional.
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No-equipment alternatives
Training at home or on the road — bodyweight options for the core: