Side Plank
In this video, Dr. Brian Damhoff demonstrates the **Side Plank**—the gold standard for anti-lateral flexion core strength. Stack body straight, elbow under shoulder, lift hips high. Brace like a punch is coming. Regressions: stagger feet or top hand on wrist. No sagging—full tension from head to toe.
🔥 Benefits of Side Plank:
- ✅ Builds rock-solid obliques and QL
- ✅ Strengthens shoulder stabilizers and scapular endurance
- ✅ Improves spinal alignment and lateral stability
- ✅ Scalable with foot/hand support options
- ✅ “Punch-proof” core cue = max activation
📝 Exercise Details:
Exercise: Side Plank
Difficulty Level: Beginner–Intermediate
🛠️ What You’ll Need:
✔ Mat or soft surface
📅 When to Use This:
Perfect for core circuits, warm-ups, or prehab—anytime you want bulletproof lateral chain strength without rotation.
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