Side Plank Reach Through
Also known as: Side Plank Thread the Needle, Side Plank Rotation, Thread the Needle Side Plank, Side Plank Rotation Reach
Body region
Muscles
Main
Helps
Holds
Technique
- Get into a side plank on your forearm or hand with the top arm reaching to the ceiling.
- Rotate your torso and sweep the top arm under your body, reaching along the floor.
- Pause, then rotate back and reach up again.
- Complete your reps, then switch sides.
Cues
- Rotate from the upper back and keep the hips lifted.
- Follow your reaching hand with your eyes.
- Move smoothly and slowly.
Common mistakes
- Letting the hips sag during the rotation.
- Rushing the swing.
- Forcing the rotation with the lower back.