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Side Plank from Knees
A shorter side plank on your forearm and bent knees, the easiest way to start building your side core.
Demo by Lena, an AI coach.
- Works
- obliques; also abs, glutes
- Kit
- Mat
- Dose
- 20 seconds each side
It goes into the workout in progress at the Bench, as a new group in its main set.
Set up
Lie on your side with your elbow under your shoulder and your knees bent behind you, then lift your hips off the mat until knees, hips and shoulders line up.
While you move
- Lift your hips off the mat
- Elbow under shoulder
- Chest open, not rolling forward
- Breathe steady
Avoid
- Letting your hips sit back behind your knees
- Shrugging your shoulder up to your ear
Take care if you have trouble with your shoulders.