Resistance Band Side Plank Glute Raise
Description
The resistance band side plank glute raise combines a side plank hold with a band resisted glute raise. The lifter holds a side plank with a band around the thighs and raises the top knee against the band. The combo torches the obliques and glute medius.
Equipment Required
Resistance Band Side Plank Glute Raise Instructions
- Loop a resistance band around both thighs above the knees.
- Lie on your side with the legs stacked and bent at 90 degrees.
- Set the bottom forearm on the floor under the shoulder.
- Press up into a side plank position.
- Brace your core and lift the hips high.
- Raise the top knee up against the band tension.
- Squeeze the glute medius hard at the top.
- Lower the knee back down with control. Complete reps and switch sides.
Resistance Band Side Plank Glute Raise Form & Visual
Resistance Band Side Plank Glute Raise Benefits
- Brutal glute medius builder
- Trains the obliques
- Strong combo move
- Builds hip stability
- Strong band move
- Useful glute finisher
Resistance Band Side Plank Glute Raise Muscles Worked
- Gluteus medius
- Obliques
- Quadratus lumborum
Resistance Band Side Plank Glute Raise Variations & Alternatives
- Side Plank
- Clam Shell
- Banded Lateral Walk
- Hip Abduction
