How to do it
Squeeze your right glute hard at the top before lowering back down.
- 1
Lie on your back with your right knee bent and right foot flat on the floor.
- 2
Extend your left leg straight out in line with your right thigh.
- 3
Push through your right heel to lift your hips off the ground, forming a straight line from your right knee to your shoulders.
- 4
Hold the position for a few seconds, then slowly lower your hips back to the floor.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching legs.
Expert tip
Keep your core engaged and hips level to prevent any sagging or twisting in your lower back.
Common mistakes
- ✕Pushing through the toes instead of the heel
- ✕Dropping the extended leg below the thigh
- ✕Hyperextending the lower back at the top