Smart Workout Diary

Copenhagen Plank

A static side plank with the upper ankle supported on a bench, challenging the inner thigh and trunk.

Demonstration

Instructions

  1. Lie on your side beside a stable bench, place your upper ankle on it, and position your elbow beneath your shoulder.
  2. Press the upper leg into the bench and lift your hips; bring the lower leg up beneath the upper leg, keeping your body straight.
  3. Hold the position while breathing steadily, then lower with control and repeat on the other side.
Muscle Group
Hip Adductors
Other Muscle Groups
Obliques
Type
Strength
Mechanics
Compound
Laterality
Unilateral
Movement Mode
Isometric
Equipment
Body Only, Bench
Difficulty
Expert

Technique tips

  1. Keep your pelvis stacked and stop the hold before your hips sag.