Side Plank with Rotation
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Exercise Information
- Alternative Names: Side plank rotation, side plank twist
- Type: Strength
- Experience Level: Beginner
- Equipment: None
- Muscles Targeted: Abs, obliques
- Mechanics: Compound
- Average Number of Sets: 2-3 with 10-12 reps per set on each side
- Variations:
- Alternative:
The side plank with rotation or the twisting side plank, as the name suggests, is a variation of the standard side plank in which you rotate your torso. It can be used as an advanced version of the traditional side plank by those who have mastered the basic technique.
Side Plank with Rotation Exercise Information
- Alternative Names: Side plank rotation, side plank twist
- Type: Strength
- Experience Level: Beginner
- Equipment: None
- Muscles Targeted: Abs, obliques
- Mechanics: Compound
- Average Number of Sets: 2-3 with 10-12 reps per set on each side
- Variations:
- Alternative:
Side Plank with Rotation
How to do Side Plank with Rotation
Lie in a plank position on the ground so that your body is in a straight line from your feet to the shoulders. Slowly twist your torso forward and reach under your body with the arm that is behind your head. Return to the side plank position and perform on the other side.