Classification
Type | auxiliary |
Mechanics | isolated |
Direction | push |
Equipment | mat |
Additional Equipment | - |
Instructions
Preparation
Lie on mat in lateral position with elbow of lower arm below shoulder. Let forearm point forward. Place feet upon each other and put free hand against side waist.Execution
Lift hip until body is slightly arched. Keep position.Variations / Comments
For better stability put free hand on mat in front.![Mat Plank, Side | Starting Position Mat Plank, Side Starting Position](/data/exercisefiles/47/1247.jpg)
![arrow arrow](/template/images/position_arrow.gif)
![Mat Plank, Side | Ending Position Mat Plank, Side Ending Position](/data/exercisefiles/48/1248.jpg)
Muscles
Target | Obliques |
Synergist | Hip Abductors |
Stabilizers | Triceps Brachii | Latissimus Dorsi |
![Mat Plank, Side | Muscles Front Mat Plank, Side Muscles Front](/data/musclemaps/81/681.jpg)
Front
![Mat Plank, Side | Muscles Rear Mat Plank, Side Muscles Rear](/data/musclemaps/82/682.jpg)
Rear