Suspender Side Bridge Exercise Guide

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Exercise Profile

Target
Obliques
Equipment
Suspension
Body Part
Waist
Primary Muscle
Obliques
Secondary Muscles
Adductor Brevis, Adductor Longus, Deltoid Lateral, Gracilis, Iliopsoas, Pectineous, Tensor Fasciae Latae
Intensity
medium
Category
strength
Skill Level
intermediate
Estimated Calories
4
Alternate Names
Side Plank with Suspension

Visualised Target Muscle Groups

Front

Body muscles front

Back

Body muscles back

How to: Suspender Side Bridge

  1. Start by attaching the suspension straps to an anchor point at waist height.
  2. Place your feet in the foot cradles with your body facing sideways.
  3. Raise your body into a straight line from head to heels, resting on your forearm.
  4. Hold the position for the desired amount of time while keeping your core engaged.
  5. Lower your body back to the starting position and repeat.

Common Mistakes

  • Hips sagging to the floor.
  • Not maintaining a straight body line.
  • Overarching the back.

Modifications

  • Drop to your knees for a bent-knee version.
  • Use a mat for wrist support.

Tips

  • Engage your core throughout the exercise.
  • Maintain a straight line from your head to your feet.
  • Do not let your hips sag.

Tags

core
strength
suspension
obliques
balance
intermediate

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