How to do it
Hold each extended position for a full two-second count.
- 1
Start on all fours with your hands under your shoulders and knees under your hips.
- 2
Extend one arm forward and the opposite leg back, keeping both parallel to the floor.
- 3
Hold the position for a few seconds, then return to the starting position.
- 4
Repeat with the opposite arm and leg.
- 5
Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Maintain a neutral spine and engage your core throughout the exercise to improve balance and stability.
Common mistakes
- ✕Lifting the limbs above parallel to the floor
- ✕Rotating the hips open during extension
- ✕Dropping the head to look at the floor