Abs exercise · body weight
Push-Up to Side Plank
The push-up to side plank is a bodyweight exercise that targets the abs, with the shoulders, chest and triceps assisting.
- Target muscle
- Abs
- Also works
- Shoulders, chest, triceps
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body part
- Waist
How to do the push-up to side plank
- Start in a push-up position with your hands shoulder-width apart and your body in a straight line.
- Lower your body towards the ground by bending your elbows, keeping your core engaged.
- Push back up to the starting position.
- Shift your weight onto your left hand and rotate your body to the right, lifting your right arm towards the ceiling.
- Hold the side plank position for a few seconds, then return to the starting position.
- Repeat the push-up and side plank on the opposite side.
- Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Sets and reps
Hold for 20–60 seconds with good form, rest, and repeat for 3 sets. Add time week by week.
Muscles worked
The main muscle is the abs. The shoulders, chest and triceps work as secondary muscles. See all ab exercises or every bodyweight exercise.
