Bird dog
Bring balance and coordination to a simple floor exercise.
How to do it
- Start on hands and knees with hands under shoulders and knees under hips.
- Reach one arm forward and the opposite leg back without twisting your torso.
- Return with control, then repeat on the other side.
Form check
Reach long rather than high. Try moving only one arm or one leg at a time to make it easier.
Make it easier
Reduce the range of movement and use a stable support where appropriate.
Move within a comfortable range and keep breathing. Stop if a movement causes pain or you feel unwell. Ask a qualified trainer for help with unfamiliar equipment.