Modified Side Plank with Band
core exercises Obliques, gluteus medius, hip abductors
Corrective exercise side plank variation with banded hip abduction.
Execution
- Side-lying with band at the knees
- Support on forearm and knees
- Lift hips while abducting the top knee
- Hold 15-30 seconds
Cues
- Drive hips up
- Keep tension on the band
- No trunk rotation
Common Errors
- Hips sagging
- Band slack
- Torso rotation
Progressions
- Side plank from knees -> Band resistance -> Full side plank -> Longer holds
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