What assist is suggested for the side up exercise?

The suggestion to use the push-through bar for the side-up exercise is based on its ability to provide support and facilitate proper alignment during the movement. Using the push-through bar allows for more controlled movements, assists in stabilization, and can help users focus on engaging the core effectively. This equipment enhances the exercise by adding resistance, encouraging deeper engagement of the muscles in the obliques and hips, which are crucial for the side-up.

While other options may seem beneficial in different contexts, they do not specifically cater to the mechanics of the side-up exercise as effectively as the push-through bar. For instance, positioning feet against a wall might restrict movement rather than promote the necessary fluidity and strength needed for this specific exercise. Similarly, employing a weighted vest could alter the biomechanics and increase the risk of strain, diverting attention from the essential muscles being targeted. Using a yoga block may support some variations but generally lacks the functionality and resistance that the push-through bar provides for this movement.