Abs exercise · body weight
Side Bridge V. 2
The side bridge v. 2 is a bodyweight exercise that targets the abs, with the obliques and glutes assisting.
- Target muscle
- Abs
- Also works
- Obliques, glutes
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body part
- Waist
How to do the side bridge v. 2
- Lie on your side with your legs extended and stacked on top of each other.
- Place your forearm on the ground directly below your shoulder, with your elbow bent at a 90-degree angle.
- Engage your core and lift your hips off the ground, creating a straight line from your head to your feet.
- Hold this position for the desired amount of time.
- Lower your hips back down to the starting position.
- Repeat on the other side.
Sets and reps
Start with 3 sets of 10–15 reps, resting 45–60 seconds. When every set feels easy, add reps, slow the lowering phase or move to a harder variation.
Muscles worked
The main muscle is the abs. The obliques and glutes work as secondary muscles. See all ab exercises or every bodyweight exercise.
