How to Do Side Plank With Reverse Delt Fly
Note: Side plank can either be performed on the elbow or with a straight arm. Newbies should start on the elbow.
- Place your elbow directly below the shoulder.
- Stack your feet one over the other.
- Lift your hips off the ground.
- Hold a dumbbell with your free hand and extend that arm directly straight up--keep it aligned with your shoulder.
- Slowly lower that arm in front of you—arm is perpendicular to your body.
- Slowly lift that arm back up creating a "T".
How to Do Opposite Arm and Leg Plank
- Start in a plank position. Make sure your elbows or hands are directly under your shoulders.
- Tuck your tailbone slightly to create a straight back.
- Utilizing your core lift your right arm and left leg at the same time. Hold for two counts and then switch—lift your left arm and right leg.
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