TRX Forearm Side-Plank
Strengthen your core with the TRX Forearm Side-Plank! Build serious oblique power and improve stability.
The TRX Forearm Side-Plank mainly works the core, with help from the back. You'll need: suspension trainer.
Required Equipment

TRX Forearm Side-Plank Muscles Worked
Primary
Obliques; Abdominals (rectus abdominis)
Secondary
Lats (latissimus dorsi); Deep Core (transverse abdominis)
TRX Forearm Side-Plank Variations and Alternatives
How to do the TRX Forearm Side-Plank
Secure the suspension straps and adjust them to hang at about the mid-calf height.
Lie on your side with your feet placed in the foot cradles of the suspension trainer, stacking one foot over the other.
Position your elbow underneath your shoulder, keeping your forearm pressed against the ground to support your upper body.
Lift your hips off the ground by engaging your core and oblique muscles, striving to maintain a straight line from head to feet.
Keep your opposite hand on your hip or extended towards the ceiling for added stability.
Hold the side bridge position for the desired duration or as long as you can maintain a proper form.
Lower your hips back to the ground with control and repeat on the opposite side.
Tips: - Keep your head, neck, and spine in alignment; avoid letting your hips dip or lift too high. - Engage your core throughout the exercise to support the spine and increase stability. - For beginners, start with shorter durations and gradually increase as strength and stability improve. - Breathe steadily throughout the hold; do not hold your breath.
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TRX Forearm Side-Plank FAQs
What muscles does the TRX Forearm Side-Plank work?
The TRX Forearm Side-Plank mainly works the core, with help from the back. The main muscles are the obliques and rectus abdominis.
What equipment do you need for the TRX Forearm Side-Plank?
Suspension trainer.
What are some TRX Forearm Side-Plank variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Ring Side-Bridge, Rolling Bridge, Side-Bridge and Side-Bridge with Arm Leg Swing.
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