03/02/2026
Strong glutes don’t just come from squats and lunges — they start with stability. 💪
Side planks are one of our favorite exercises for building hip strength, core control, and glute activation when they’re set up correctly.
Here’s how to do them right 👇
🔹 Stack your shoulder, hips, and knees in one straight line — don’t crunch forward.
🔹 Drive firmly through your bottom elbow to support the shoulder.
🔹 Lift the top leg toward the ceiling while rotating your hips slightly forward.
🔹 Push through the bottom knee to raise your hips and engage both glutes — one stabilizing, one driving.
🔹 Reset briefly between reps to keep control and quality high.
When executed well, side planks train the glutes to stabilize your pelvis — which helps reduce low-back stress, improve movement mechanics, and build stronger, more resilient hips.
It looks simple… but coordination and control are the real challenge. That’s where coaching makes the difference.
Want help dialing in your movement? Book a session with Team Elite and let’s build strength the right way. ✅
