Side Plank

Primary muscle

Core

Also works

Shoulders

Pattern

Core

Equipment

Floor Mat

Level

Beginner / Intermediate

Type

Single-side (unilateral)

Coaching cues

Body in one straight line. Don't let your hips sag toward the floor. Your side muscles are working hard to resist gravity even though nothing moves.

Orion Coach programs the Side Plank for you. Sets, reps, and load that adapt to your recovery, in real time.