Elevated Side Plank Hip Dip

A core and oblique exercise where the body is supported on one side in a plank position on an elevated surface with hip dips for added difficulty.

Instructions

1. Position yourself sideways on a bench with your forearm on the bench and your body forming a straight line from head to feet.
2. Your feet should be stacked or positioned close together on the floor or another elevated surface.
3. Engage your core and raise your hips so your body forms a straight plank.
4. Lower your hips toward the ground in a dipping motion, but do not let them touch.
5. Raise your hips back to the elevated plank position.
6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch sides.

Tips

• Keep your body in a straight line throughout, avoiding sagging hips.
• Engage your core and obliques to stabilize the position.
• Move slowly and control the hip dips.
• Can be modified by keeping both feet on the ground instead of elevated.
• For added difficulty, place your top arm across your chest or overhead.