GymPlan AISide Bridge
Side Bridge is a beginner bodyweight exercise that mainly works your abs, with help from your shoulders.
💪 Abs🏋️ Bodyweight📈 Beginner🎯 3 sets of 20-60 seconds
Muscles worked
Primary: AbsSecondary: Shoulders
Sets and reps
Hold or work for 20-60 seconds, 3 sets, resting 45-60 seconds. Add 5-10 seconds a week as it gets easier.
Track your side bridge with GymPlan AI
Log every set in seconds, see your progress on charts, and ask the AI coach to build a plan around your goals and equipment. 7 days free, no card needed.
Start your free trialSide Bridge alternatives
Exercises that train the same main muscle, including options with other equipment.
Double Kettlebell WindmillKettlebell · Intermediate
CrunchBodyweight · Beginner
Cable CrunchCable · Beginner
Landmine 180'sBarbell · Beginner
Spell CasterDumbbell · Beginner
Ab Crunch MachineMachine · IntermediateFAQ
What muscles does the side bridge work?
It mainly works your abs; your shoulders assist.
How many sets and reps of side bridge should I do?
Hold or work for 20-60 seconds, 3 sets, resting 45-60 seconds. Add 5-10 seconds a week as it gets easier.
Is the side bridge good for beginners?
Yes. It is a beginner-friendly movement: start light and focus on the form steps above.