Side Plank Reach-Through

Technique

Start in a side plank position, supporting yourself on one forearm with your body in a straight line. Reach your top arm underneath your torso, rotating your chest toward the floor. Return the arm back up to the starting reaching position overhead. Keep your hips lifted throughout the movement.

Steps

1. Start in a side plank, supporting yourself on one forearm with your body in a straight line
2. Reach your top arm underneath your torso, rotating your chest toward the floor
3. Return the arm back up to the starting reaching position overhead
4. Keep your hips lifted throughout the movement
5. Complete all reps on one side before switching

Common mistakes

• Letting the hips drop toward the floor during the rotation
• Rotating from the lower back instead of the upper torso
• Moving too fast to control the rotation smoothly

Variations

• Side plank reach-through with a light dumbbell in the top hand
• Side plank reach-through from the knees for an easier regression
• Side plank reach-through with a pause at full rotation

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