Abdominal · Lateral

Board — Lateral

Muscles requiredTransversus abdominis · Obliques · Rectus abdominis

Description

Static core engagement to strengthen the abdominal strap and torso stability.

01 · Setup

Set up the movement

  • Place the support under the shoulder and align the head, pelvis and ankles.
  • Stack your hips and keep your pelvis facing forward.
  • Contract your obliques and glutes before raising your pelvis.
02 · Execution

Perform the rep

  1. Raise the pelvis to form a straight line.
  2. Hold the position without letting the shoulder rise.
  3. Breathe calmly then come back down under control.
Technique cue

Body in a straight line to the side, pelvis high and stable.

Common mistakes
  • falling pool
  • shoulder that goes up towards the ear
  • torso rotation
  • apnea
Safety notes

Risks of poor execution

  • An outfit with a hollow back overloads the lower back.

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