Incline Side Plank with Inner Knee Tuck
Incline side plank with an inner knee tuck that challenges the lateral core and adductors.
Core & AbsIntermediateStrengthIsometric
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: obliques. Secondary: adductors, core |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Core & Abs |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Type | Strength · Isometric |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 8-12 each side |
| Estimated calories burned | ~5 kcal |
How to do it
- Set up in an incline side plank.
- Tuck the top (or bottom) knee inward toward the body.
- Keep the hips stacked and core braced.
- Extend the leg back out with control.
- Complete reps then switch sides.
Equipment
- Bench or Box
Coaching tips
Benefits
Incline side plank with an inner knee tuck that challenges the lateral core and adductors.
Common mistakes
Avoid letting the hips drop or rotating the torso.
Make it harder
Lower the incline or add a pause.
Make it easier
Perform a standard side plank without the tuck.
Breathing
Exhale as you tuck, inhale as you extend.
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