How to do a side plank

CoreBodyweightBeginner

A plank on its side that targets the muscles down your flank. Start on your knees if the full version's a lot — that's the smart version, not the lesser one.

How to do it

1Stack your elbow directly under your shoulder
2Lift your hips into a straight line
3Squeeze everything and hold
4Keep your neck long and relaxed

Common mistakes

×Hips sagging toward the floor
×Rolling forward or back out of the straight line
×Holding your breath

Muscles worked

Core Obliques

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