The 12 Best Oblique Exercises For a Stronger Core

Side planks are a simple but essential oblique exercise for building core stability. If this is too difficult, try staggering your feet so the top foot is in front of your other foot on the floor.

• Lie on your right side on a mat. Prop yourself up on your forearm, making sure your shoulder is right over your elbow. With your legs fully extended, stack your left foot on top of your right.
• Press into your right foot and elbow to lift your hips up into a side plank, forming a straight line from head to heels. Keep your neck long, and make sure your hips are stacked; don't allow your hips to tilt forward or backward.
• Hold this position.