Side Bridge Hip Abduction (Star)
A side plank opened into a star, the top arm pointing up while the top leg lifts and lowers.
How to do it
Setup
Side plank on one hand or forearm, feet stacked, hips high, top arm reaching to the ceiling.
Steps
- Lift the top leg toward the ceiling while the hips hold their height.
- Keep the arm, trunk and bottom leg in one line.
- Lower the leg without resting it; switch sides after the set.
Common mistakes
Top hip rolling back as the leg rises: lift lower and keep the hips stacked. Bottom hip sinking: push the floor away and lift the waist. Top arm drifting behind the head: point it straight up over the shoulder.
Breathing
Exhale raising, inhale lowering.
