How to do it
Position your supporting elbow directly beneath your shoulder joint.
- 1
Lie on your side, propping yourself up on your elbow and forearm.
- 2
Stack your feet and lift your hips to form a straight line with your body.
- 3
Raise your top leg towards the ceiling while keeping it straight.
- 4
Lower the leg back down with control.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching to the other side.
Expert tip
Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels and engage your core to maintain balance during the hip abduction.
Common mistakes
- ✕Dropping the bottom hip toward the floor
- ✕Bending the top knee during the leg raise
- ✕Rotating the torso backward as the leg rises