Kneeling Side Plank
Knees
A modified side plank that builds lateral trunk strength with reduced loading compared with the full side-plank variation.
Level
Beginner
Equipment
Bodyweight
Focus
Core · Obliques · Glutes · Shoulders
Exercise Demonstration
Visual demo
Demonstration videos focus on movement quality. Use the cues below for additional guidance.
Key Cues
Do it well.
Stack the shoulder above the elbow.
Keep the knees bent comfortably.
Lift the hips into one long line.
Keep breathing steadily.
Common Mistakes
Watch for this.
Letting the shoulder collapse.
Rotating the pelvis backward.
Holding the breath.
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