How to do it
Keep your bottom arm straight and press it into the floor for support.
- 1
Lie on your side with legs stacked and body in a straight line.
- 2
Lift the upper leg while keeping it straight, then clap your hands underneath the lifted leg.
- 3
Bring the leg back to the starting position without letting it touch the lower leg.
- 4
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching sides.
Expert tip
Focus on controlled movements and avoid using momentum to ensure maximum glute activation.
Common mistakes
- ✕Rolling the hips back as the leg lifts
- ✕Bending the lifting knee during the raise
- ✕Dropping the top leg to rest between reps