Doing side planks on the floor works your rectus abdominis and obliques. By shifting your upper body to the ball, you increase the stress on your entire core, which includes not just your abs, but also your hip and back muscles. This exercise is challenging, so if you struggle to maintain proper form, try an easier variation: Either drop one knee to the ground or ask someone to help you hold the ball stable.
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Strengthening your core is essential for maintaining health, improving posture and reducing lower back pain. Side planks and side plank raises are among the best exercises for strengthening your obliques and your internal core ...
Many people are motivated by her no-nonsense style of personal training and challenging exercises. One exercise she uses in her training is a side plank and variations on the side plank position to work multiple muscle groups.
