Exercise technique

push-up to side plank

The push-up to side plank is a compound bodyweight exercise that combines a traditional push-up with a rotational movement into a side plank. This exercise targets the abs while also engaging the shoulders, chest, and triceps, and challenges core stability and balance.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Start in a push-up position with your hands shoulder-width apart and your body in a straight line.
  2. Lower your body towards the ground by bending your elbows, keeping your core engaged.
  3. Push back up to the starting position.
  4. Shift your weight onto your left hand and rotate your body to the right, lifting your right arm towards the ceiling.
  5. Hold the side plank position for a few seconds, then return to the starting position.
  6. Repeat the push-up and side plank on the opposite side.
  7. Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Shoulders, Chest, Triceps.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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