Exercise guide

Side Plank with Hip Dip.

Equipment
Bodyweight
Movement
Compound
Level
Beginner

Muscles at work

Front
PrimaryObliques
SecondaryAbs

Make every rep count.

  1. 01

    Lie on your side with your forearm on the floor (elbow stacked directly under your shoulder) and legs extended.

  2. 02

    Press the forearm down, lift your hips, and hold a strong line from shoulders → hips → ankles. Keep your neck neutral and chest open.

  3. 03

    With control, lower your hips toward the floor without collapsing your shoulder or rotating your torso.

  4. 04

    Drive your hips back up to the straight-body plank position and repeat.

  5. 05

    Complete all reps, then switch sides.

  6. 06

    Form cues: Keep your core braced, glutes engaged, and hips stacked; avoid shrugging into the shoulder.

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