beginner · core
Side Plank
Anti-lateral-flexion core work for obliques and hip stability.
Quick answer
Stack the feet, forearm under the shoulder, lift the hips into a straight line, hold with quality breathing.
Side planks balance all the front-facing ab work. If one side collapses, that's information—train the weak side first next session.
Form cues
- Hips high enough for a straight line
- Shoulder packed over the elbow
- Neck neutral
Common mistakes
- Hips sagging toward the floor
- Rolling forward or back
- Holding the breath
Programming notes
3 × 20–40s/side. Add hip dips later for variety.
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