Incline Side Plank

Body region

• Core
• Back

Muscles

Main

• Quadratus Lumborum
• External Oblique
• Internal Oblique

Helps

• Transversus Abdominis
• Gluteus Medius
• Gluteus Minimus

Holds

• Deltoid
• Serratus Anterior
• Rectus Abdominis

Equipment

• Flat Bench or Plyo Box or Step Platform

Technique

1. Place the forearm on a bench or box with the elbow under the shoulder.
2. Walk the feet out to the side, legs straight and stacked, so the body is angled up toward the bench.
3. Lift the hips into a straight line from head to feet and hold.
4. Lower with control and switch sides.

Cues

• A higher surface makes the hold easier.
• Keep the top hip stacked over the bottom one.

Common mistakes

• Letting the hips drop or push back.
• Shrugging the supporting shoulder toward the ear.

Alternatives

• Side Plank
• Plank