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side plank knee to elbow tuck holding a pulley

Strengthens core

Core & AbsBeginnerStrengthPull

At a glance

Muscles workedPrimary: core. Secondary: stabilizers
Muscle groupCore & Abs
DifficultyBeginner
TypeStrength · Pull
Sets & reps3 sets × 10-12 reps
Estimated calories burned~30 kcal

How to do it

  1. Step 1: Setup for side plank knee to elbow tuck holding a pulley.
  2. Step 2: Engage core and set posture.
  3. Step 3: Perform the movement with control.
  4. Step 4: Squeeze at the peak.
  5. Step 5: Return slowly and repeat.

Equipment

Coaching tips

Benefits

Strengthens core

Common mistakes

Using momentum or losing form

Make it harder

Increase load or slow tempo

Make it easier

Reduce load or range of motion

Breathing

Exhale on effort, inhale on return

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