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Side Plank

Lie down on your side so that your upper hip is directly above the lower one, your upper shoulder is directly above the lower one and your upper foot is directly above your lower one.

From this position raise yourself up onto your elbow so that your elbow is directly beneath your lower elbow. Now raise your hips up off the ground so that your body is straight and the spine is in-line. Hold this position for as long as you can without your back arching or your body curving downwards.

If you can hold this position for a minute you are doing very well.


Do's Don'ts
  • Do get yourself precisely on your side
  • Do have your elbow directly below your lower shoulder
  • Do breathe in a slow controlled manner
  • Do keep your hips nice and high
  • Don't hold your breath
  • Don't let your back arch
  • Don't lean backwards or forwards
  • Don't do this exercise if you are new to exercise
  • Don't do this exercise if you have high blood pressure

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