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Side plank

At home Everyone

EasyAbout 4 minOn your own

Holds the body straight on its side. Strengthens the trunk that links legs to arms in every throw and swing.

Watch how: Side plank Open video on Muscle & Strength

Set up

Lie on your side, elbow under the shoulder, feet stacked.

You need: A mat

Steps

  1. Lift the hips until the body is a straight line
  2. Hold, breathing steadily
  3. Swap sides

Coaching points

Adjust it

Easier

Knees bent, on the knees.

Harder

Lift the top leg.