Core · Bodyweight

Side Plank With Knees Bent

Easier base, same oblique hold.

Side Plank With Knees Bent exercise demonstration
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How to do it

  1. Lie on your side with your forearm on the floor and knees bent behind you.
  2. Stack your knees and lift your hips off the floor.
  3. Hold a straight line from your knees to your head.
  4. Keep braced and hold for time, then switch sides.

The one cue that matters

Push your hips up and forward, the bent knees make it kinder on your form.

Muscles worked

The Side Plank With Knees Bent isolates the Core — no passengers. That makes it a clean tool for adding targeted core volume without extra fatigue.

FAQ

What muscles does the Side Plank With Knees Bent work?

The Side Plank With Knees Bent primarily works the Core.

How long should I hold it?

Start with sets you can hold with perfect position, even if short. Add a few seconds each session; quality beats clock-watching.

One side at a time?

Yes, it's a unilateral movement. Start with your weaker side and match the reps with your stronger side so no side gets ahead.

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