Bird Dog

Primary muscles
Lower back, Abs
Secondary muscles
Glutes, Shoulders
Equipment
Body weight
Movement pattern
None

Steps

  1. 1 Begin on your hands and knees with your hands directly under your shoulders and your knees under your hips.
  2. 2 Extend your right arm forward and your left leg straight back, keeping both parallel to the floor and your back flat.
  3. 3 Slowly return your right arm and left leg to the starting position.
  4. 4 Now, extend your left arm forward and your right leg straight back, maintaining a stable core.
  5. 5 Return your left arm and right leg to the starting position, then repeat the movement, alternating sides.

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