The side plank hip adduction holds a side plank while lifting the bottom leg upward. Most side plank variations work the top leg or outer hip — this variation targets the inner thigh (adductors) of the bottom leg while maintaining the anti-lateral flexion plank.
Muscle Group
Adductors, Core, Obliques
Equipment Required
Bodyweight
Type
Strength
Equipment
No Equipment
Difficulty
Intermediate
Key Benefits
- Targets the inner thigh (adductors) of the bottom leg
- Builds core anti-lateral flexion simultaneously
- Unique side plank variation
- No equipment needed
- Useful for adductor strengthening
- Develops hip stability
How to perform
- Get into a side plank on your right forearm. Stack your feet.
- Cross your top (left) foot in front of or behind your bottom (right) foot and place it on the floor for stability.
- Your bottom (right) leg is now free.
- Lift your bottom right leg upward toward the ceiling.
- Squeeze your right inner thigh (adductor) at the top.
- Lower under control.
- Continue for 10 to 15 reps, then switch sides.
- Maintain the side plank throughout.
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Abs
Primary