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Exercise Demonstrations

Side Plank on Ball
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Side Plank on Ball Exercise

Starting Position

Begin with the right side of your torso lying on a ball, your feet on the ground next to you, stacked. Straighten your legs and place your right hand on the ground, arm straight.

Action

Hold this position, making sure you are not holding your breath. Try 15-30 seconds and work your way up to 1-3 minutes.

Special Instructions

The ball assists you in this pose if regular Side Plank is too difficult for you.

Muscles Worked: Obliques, Abs