Exercise library / Side Plank

Isolation · Core

Side Plank

Side Plank is a single-joint exercise focused on the core. Move slowly and deliberately, brace on the exhale, and end the set when your trunk position starts to break down. Your shoulders assist throughout the movement.

Primary muscles
Core
Secondary muscles
Shoulders
Equipment
Bodyweight
Movement pattern
Core
Type
Isolation (single-joint)

Substitutions

  • Plank

    Same core pattern · also trains the core.

  • Hanging Leg Raise

    Same core pattern · also trains the core.

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