Side planks activate your obliques, shoulders, and glutes — giving your body the stability it needs for long days of asymmetrical movement. They improve trunk control, protect your lower back, and strengthen the muscles that keep you upright while cutting, coloring, and reaching.

You can hold for 10–20 seconds per side on a break, or include it in your morning or evening movement routine.

Why It’s Essential for Beauty Pros:

• Supports Shoulder Health: Builds endurance in the joint you use all day long.

• Reduces Low Back Pain: Engages deep core muscles that protect your spine.

• No Equipment Needed: Just you, a mat, and a few seconds per side.

• Scalable for All Levels: Can be modified with knees down or progressed to full side plank.

Strong sides = strong support for your whole system. Just a few seconds a day adds up.