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1.01
StrengthBody weight

Bird Dog

Intensity
12–20 reps
MET
2.5energy expenditure
Type
Strength

Target muscles

  • Lats20%
  • Glutes20%
  • Hamstrings20%
  • Abs20%
  • Triceps10%

Supporting muscles

  • Shoulders
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Press your support hand firmly into the floor for stability.

  1. 1

    Start on all fours with your hands under your shoulders and knees under your hips.

  2. 2

    Simultaneously extend your right arm forward and your left leg back, keeping both parallel to the floor.

  3. 3

    Hold the extended position for a moment, then return to the starting position.

  4. 4

    Repeat the movement with your left arm and right leg.

  5. 5

    Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

Expert tip

Keep your movements controlled and deliberate to maintain balance and engage your core throughout the exercise.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Rotating the hips during limb extension
  • ✕Letting the lower back sag downward
  • ✕Lifting the extended leg above parallel
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