EXERCISE OF THE WEEK: Side Plank Clam
Did you try out the sidelying clamshell last week and think this is too easy for me? Well, this may be the perfect exercise for you!
The Side Plank Clam amps up the original clamshell exercise by adding increased oblique work to maintain the lift, increased balance and stability work, and increased upper body work.
Instructions: Begin in the original clamshell position (sidelying with feet/knees/hips stacked and knees slightly bent). Place elbow and forearm on the mat or floor then push through the arm squeeze the obliques to lift both hips off the floor. While maintaining this side plank position, perform 10-15 clamshells by lifting the top knee and keeping the feet together. Remember only lift the top knee as high as you can without allowing the hips to roll. After your 10-15 repetitions, flip over and repeat on the other side. Perform 2-3 sets per side.
As always, let us know how you do with the Side Plank Clam and stay tuned next week as we take the clamshell to a whole new level!