4 Moves to Strengthen and Tone Side Abs

Side Plank pose challenges your core and strengthens your side body. If you always struggle when this pose is called out in yoga class, then read through these Side Plank tips before you move into the posture:

• Sit on your left side with your legs slightly bent and your feet stacked.
• Place your left hand about 12 inches from your pelvis.
• Push your hand into the ground, and straighten your legs as you lift your pelvis off the ground. If you have trouble balancing, stagger your feet so the top leg is in front.
• Hold for 30 seconds, and switch sides to complete one rep.