Monday, January 20, 2014

Side Plank

Primary Muscle Being Worked:  Transverse Abdominis, Rectus Abdominis, Oblique, Quadratus Lumborum (lower back), Gluteus Medius, Gluteus Minimus, Adductor
Secondary Muscle Being Worked:  Gluteus maximus, Quadricep, Hamstring



  • Lie on right side with right elbow below shoulder
  • Form straight line from shoulder to ankle
  • Rest left foot directly on top of right
  • Raise hip up and tighten abdominal area (Breathe OUT)
  • Try to hold for 30 secs or longer
  • Slowly lower hip to ground (Breathe IN)
  • Alternate between left and right side!

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