How to Do Dumbbell Elbow Side Plank

Dumbbell Elbow Side Plank is a core exercise using dumbbell, listed as intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Primary muscle

Core

Equipment

Dumbbell

Difficulty

Intermediate

01 / Move with control

How to perform

How to do Dumbbell Elbow Side Plank

  1. 01Lie on your side with your elbow directly under your shoulder and feet stacked.
  2. 02Lift your hips into a straight line and hold a dumbbell in your top hand.
  3. 03Extend your top arm toward the ceiling while maintaining a rigid torso.
  4. 04Lower the weight slowly to chest height then drive it back up under control.

Same guidance shown inside the A90 app

02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Dumbbell Elbow Side Plank

Primary Stabiliser Inactive

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Primary movers

  • Core Stabilises the spine and transfers force.

Stabilisers

  • Lower back Stabilises the spine during lifts and bends.
  • Forearms Grips and stabilises the wrist under load.

03 / A90 Coach

A90 Coach tip

Avoid allowing your hips to sag or your top shoulder to rotate forward as you lift the weight.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Dumbbell Elbow Side Plank questions

What muscles does Dumbbell Elbow Side Plank work?

Dumbbell Elbow Side Plank is catalogued as a core exercise in A90 Training Club, with the core as its primary muscle group.

How do you do Dumbbell Elbow Side Plank correctly?

Lie on your side with your elbow directly under your shoulder and feet stacked. Lift your hips into a straight line and hold a dumbbell in your top hand. Extend your top arm toward the ceiling while maintaining a rigid torso. Lower the weight slowly to chest height then drive it back up under control.

What is the A90 coach tip for Dumbbell Elbow Side Plank?

Avoid allowing your hips to sag or your top shoulder to rotate forward as you lift the weight.

Is Dumbbell Elbow Side Plank suitable for beginners?

Dumbbell Elbow Side Plank is rated intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

What equipment do you need for Dumbbell Elbow Side Plank?

Dumbbell Elbow Side Plank uses dumbbell.

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