How to do it
Press your forearm firmly into the floor to elevate the ribcage.
- 1
Lie on your side with your legs extended and your elbow under your shoulder.
- 2
Stack your feet or place one in front of the other for more stability.
- 3
Lift your hips off the ground, forming a straight line from head to feet.
- 4
Hold this position for the desired amount of time.
- 5
Lower your hips back to the ground and repeat on the other side.
Expert tip
Engage your core and squeeze your glutes throughout the exercise to maintain a stable and straight body line.
Common mistakes
- ✕Resting the head on the supporting shoulder
- ✕Placing the elbow forward of the shoulder
- ✕Rotating the chest toward the floor