How to do a side plank reach through

CoreDumbbellsBeginner

A side plank threading a dumbbell under and through your body — rotation work for your obliques.

How to do it

1Start in a side plank holding the dumbbell up
2Reach it under and through your torso
3Return to the top, keeping your hips lifted

Muscles worked

Core Obliques

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