Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Side Plank Lift on a Padded Stool.
A core strengthening exercise where the feet are elevated on a padded stool in a side plank position, and the hips are repeatedly lowered and raised to challenge the obliques and lateral core. Elevating the feet increases the difficulty compared to a floor side plank.
The Side Plank Lift on a Padded Stool is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.
