Side Plank Crunch - how to strengthen the obliques
Exercise Overview
The side plank crunch is a core strengthening exercise that targets the obliques while challenging lateral trunk stability. It is commonly used in rehabilitation and performance training to improve core control, pelvic stability, and side-to-side body support.
Muscles Involved
External obliqueInternal obliqueTransversus abdominisRectus abdominisQuadratus lumborumGluteus mediusGluteus minimusDeltoidSerratus anterior
Related Conditions
Low back painCore weaknessLumbar instabilityHip instabilityPostural dysfunctionSacroiliac joint dysfunction