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Side Plank

Obliques · Core · Shoulders

A Typical Session

16 Min
Warm-up
3m
Main Set
10m
Cooldown
3m
5 kcal
/ min (est.)
3 × 30s per side
sets × reps

Why this exercise

Difficulty: Intermediate

Strengthens the obliques and improves lateral core stability.

StrengthCoreEndurance

Workout Intensity

Est. burn rate

Low
Med
High
Sets
3
Reps
30s per side
Rest
45s

How to Perform

  1. 1.Lie on your side with elbow under shoulder.
  2. 2.Stack your feet and lift hips off the ground.
  3. 3.Hold position maintaining a straight line.
  4. 4.Lower and repeat on other side.

Pro Tips

  • Keep hips stacked and lifted.
  • Don't let hips drop.
  • Breathe steadily throughout.

Equipment

Mat

Safety

Modify with bottom knee down if needed.

Quick Notes
  • Perform with controlled tempo.
  • Use a mat if wrists are sensitive.
  • Track progress and increase reps slowly.