Side Bridge

strength beginner core static

Instructions

Lie on your side on a mat with your legs stacked and straight. Place your supporting elbow directly under your shoulder, forearm flat on the floor and perpendicular to your body. This is your starting position.
Brace your core and lift your hips off the floor until your body forms a straight line from head to ankles. Breathe out as you rise.
Hold the position, keeping your hips high and your shoulders stacked. Do not let the top hip roll forward or the bottom hip sag.
Breathe normally throughout and hold for the recommended amount of time.
Lower your hips back to the floor under control, then switch sides and repeat. Tip: if the full version is too demanding, bend your knees and support yourself on them instead of your feet.