02/06/2026
Side plank feels hard because it asks for strength in places a lot of us rarely train — obliques, shoulders, and outer hips.
Instead of forcing the pose and hoping your body catches up, build the strength that actually supports it.
These simple movements train the exact muscles that stabilize side plank, so over time it starts to feel steadier, stronger, and more controlled — not shaky, stressful, or frustrating.
And here’s the most important part: progress in yoga isn’t about struggling through it or holding it longer than your body wants. It’s about listening smarter.
Some days your body wants challenge.
Some days it wants support.
Both are valid. Both are yoga.
If side plank has ever felt discouraging, come back to this. Save it. Repeat it. Let your strength build gradually — without pressure, without comparison, and without forcing.
Your body is always communicating.
Learning how to listen is where real progress happens. 🧘♀️💕
