Kneeling Side Plank
The Kneeling Side Plank builds lateral core strength while also being gentle on your joints! To perform it, lie on your side with your bottom knee bent at roughly a 90-degree angle, resting on the floor. Place your bottom forearm on the floor, with your elbow directly under your shoulder. Now, press through your forearm and bottom knee to lift your hips off the ground until your body forms a straight line from your head to your knee. Hold steady and feel your side core working hard to keep you lifted and strong!
Performance Tips
Always ensure your elbow is stacked directly under your shoulder to protect your joint.
Keep your body in a perfectly straight line from your head through your hips to your knees; avoid letting your hips sag or pike up.
Actively engage your obliques (side abdominal muscles) to lift and hold your hips high.
Keep your neck neutral and your gaze straight ahead or slightly down.
You can place your top hand on your hip or extend it straight up towards the ceiling.