Kneeling side plank
A isolation exercise for the obliques, with help from the glutes. Equipment: no equipment.
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How to do it
- Setup: Lie on your side on the forearm, knees bent behind you.
- Lift the hips off the floor
- Hold with the body straight from knees to head
Muscles worked

Equipment
None. You can do it anywhere. See more exercises by equipment.
Alternatives
Exercises that train the same main muscles. See all kneeling side plank alternatives.
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