Intermediate
Rolling Side Plank
Author
Owen JonesUpdated
17 Sep 2024Demonstration Video
- Description
- Instructions
- Muscle Groups
- Tips
Exercise Description
This plank variation creates greater stability for the shoulders, hips, and spine. Rolling side plank is also a good core strengthening exercise, with great emphasis on obliques.
Exercise Instructions
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Step 1
Lie on your side with your legs completely straight. Using your elbow and forearm, support your body, making sure your body forms a straight line from your shoulders to your ankles. -
Step 2
Roll your body into a front plank position with your weight on your elbows and forearms, and your body will be in a perfectly straight line. Stay in this position for a while. -
Step 3
Move into a side plank on the other side, making sure your body forms a straight line again from your shoulders to your ankles.
Muscle Groups
Rolling Side Plank targets Abs, Back, Obliques, Shoulders as seen below.
Exercise Tips
- Don't let your hips drop during any part of the movement.
- Never round your back.
- Tighten your abs and glutes as you move for more stability.
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