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Side plank

On one forearm in a side-lying position, with your body in one line. It loads the side of your torso, which planks and crunches barely touch.

Feels in
Side of the torso, hip stability
Needed
Nothing

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Injury prevention —

Keep your shoulder directly above your elbow and do not let your hips sag; otherwise you load your shoulder joint instead of your torso.

Frequently asked questions

Which muscles does the Side plank train?

Side of the torso, hip stability

What do you need for the Side plank?

Nothing

How do you avoid injuries in the Side plank?

Keep your shoulder directly above your elbow and do not let your hips sag; otherwise you load your shoulder joint instead of your torso.

Take this exercise further

Put it in your own training program

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General information, not medical advice. If you have pain or an injury, discuss the exercise with your doctor or physiotherapist first.

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