Side Plank - core and obliques strengthening exercise
Exercise Overview
The side plank is a core strengthening exercise that targets the obliques and other lateral stabilizers of the trunk. It is commonly used in rehabilitation to improve spinal stability, pelvic control, and overall trunk endurance.
Muscles Involved
External obliqueInternal obliqueTransversus abdominisQuadratus lumborumGluteus mediusGluteus minimusRectus abdominis
Related Conditions
Low back painCore weaknessLumbar instabilitySacroiliac joint dysfunctionPostural dysfunctionHip instability