Side Plank Leg Lift Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Obliques
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Obliques
- Secondary Muscles
- Quadriceps, Gluteus Medius
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Lateral Plank Leg Lift
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Side Plank Leg Lift
- Start in a side plank position with your elbow directly under your shoulder.
- Stack your feet on top of each other, keeping your body in a straight line.
- Slowly lift the top leg up towards the ceiling while keeping the rest of your body stable.
- Hold for a moment at the top, then lower the leg back down.
- Repeat for the desired repetitions on each side.
Common Mistakes
- Letting hips sag or rise too high.
- Placing too much weight on the shoulder instead of distributing evenly.
- Not engaging the core during the lift.
Modifications
- Keep the bottom knee on the ground for support.
- Perform the lift without a leg extension for a decreased range of motion.
Tips
- Ensure your body forms a straight line from head to heels.
- Engage your core throughout the movement for stability.
- Lift your leg slowly to maintain control and balance.
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core
strength
waist
balance
stability
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