Single-leg Hip Raise with Head on Bosu® Balance Trainer

Primary muscles
Glutes
Secondary muscles
Abs, Hamstrings
Equipment
Bosu ball
Movement pattern
Single Leg

Steps

  1. 1 Place the Bosu Balance Trainer dome-side up on the floor.
  2. 2 Lie on your back with your head and upper shoulders resting on the center of the dome.
  3. 3 Bend your knees and place your feet flat on the floor, hip-width apart, with your heels close to your glutes.
  4. 4 Extend one leg straight out in front of you, keeping it elevated slightly off the floor.
  5. 5 Engage your core and press through the heel of your planted foot to lift your hips off the floor towards the ceiling.
  6. 6 Squeeze your glutes at the top of the movement, forming a straight line from your shoulders to your knee.
  7. 7 Slowly lower your hips back down to the starting position with control.
  8. 8 Complete all repetitions on one side before switching to the other leg.

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