The weighted side plank is a great move to strengthen and tone your obliques, those ab muscles on either side of your torso. Here’s how to do this exercise with proper form: 1. Start in a side plank ...

Side plank builds core strength by focusing on the obliques. Let's go over the basics! Join the 30-Day Yoga & Pilates Morning ...

Looking for a sizzling core finisher to round off any workout? Allow us to introduce the side plank crunch. It’s an excellent upgrade on the traditional plank, says Jason Bristow, group exercise ...

To do a plank, engage your core and keep a straight line from your head to your heels. Planks strengthen your core, improve balance, and help burn calories. Speak with a healthcare provider before ...

If you’ve ever tried them, you know side planks are challenging­—even more than regular planks. But they’re a critical move, says Keli Roberts, an exercise physiologist with the American College of ...

Variety is the spice of life, and that includes your core workout. So if your traditional plank hold (albeit effective) is feeling a little stale, add some heat with a side plank. “More balance, more ...

When you think of Copenhagen, smoked fish and bike lanes might come to mind. But in the fitness world, it’s the name of a challenging side plank variation. Consider this your complete guide to how to ...

We last saw Copenhagen planks in our rundown of the best bodyweight exercises that actually build strength. But it’s an under-appreciated exercise, and deserves a spotlight of its own. The Copenhagen ...

When it comes to keeping your core strong, minimizing low back pain, and maximizing performance, plank variations are a vital component of your fitness routine. The bear plank is a core bodyweight ...