This exercise involves starting in a plank position and then rolling your hips to one side, holding for a few seconds, and then rolling to the other side. It targets the obliques and core muscles.
Type
Strength
Equipment
No Equipment
Difficulty
Intermediate
Key Benefits
- Strengthens the core muscles, including the abs, obliques, and lower back
- Improves stability and balance
- Targets the hip muscles, including the glutes and hip flexors
- Can help alleviate lower back pain by strengthening the muscles that support the spine
- Increases overall body awareness and control
How to perform
- Start in a plank position with your forearms on the ground and your body in a straight line from head to heels.
- Engage your core and glutes to keep your body stable.
- Shift your weight to your left forearm and rotate your hips to the left, lifting your right arm up towards the ceiling.
- Hold for a few seconds, then return to the starting position.
- Repeat on the other side, shifting your weight to your right forearm and rotating your hips to the right while lifting your left arm up towards the ceiling.
- Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions or time.
FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
Abs
Primary
Obliques
Primary
Lower Back
Primary
Glutes
Primary
Hamstrings
Primary