Instructions
Preparation
- Lie on side on mat. Place forearm on mat under shoulder perpendicular
to body. Place upper leg directly on top of lower leg and straighten
knees and hips.
Execution
- Raise body upward by straightening waist so body is ridged.
Hold position. Repeat with opposite side.
Comments
- Muscles are exercised isometrically.
Movement can also be performed dynamically, moving hip up and
down, see Side Bridge. Exercise
can also be performed with straight
supporting arm. Also see Spot
Reduction Myth.
Easier
- Exercise can be performed with bent knees. Movement can also
be made easier angling body up against wall, horizontal bar or
platform.
Harder
- Exercise could be made more challenging with added weight
on hip although it is rarely performed in that manner.
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Classification
Muscles
Target
Stabilizers
Antagonist
Stabilizers
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