How to do it
Keep your neck in line with your spine by gazing at the floor.
- 1
Start in a front plank position on your forearms and toes.
- 2
Tighten your core and lift one leg off the ground, keeping it straight.
- 3
Hold for a moment, then lower it back down to the starting position.
- 4
Repeat with the other leg.
- 5
Continue alternating legs for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Focus on keeping your core tight and avoid lifting your leg too high, which can cause lower back strain.
Common mistakes
- ✕Sagging the hips toward the floor
- ✕Bending the lifted knee during the hold
- ✕Shifting body weight onto one forearm