Side Bridge

DIFFICULTY

Moderate

EQUIPMENT NEEDED

None

STARTING POSITION

On your side with forearm on ground and elbow under shoulder.

PROCEDURE

1. Push Forearm away from body.
2. Lift hips and legs into the air and hold for 2 seconds.
3. Slowly lower your body to the starting position and repeat.

COACHING KEYS

• Keep Body in a straight line.
• Keep abdominals tight.

YOU SHOULD FEEL IT

In the shoulders and the lateral side of your trunk (the side that is closest to the floor).

SKI PURPOSE

Warms up your core and hips. Improves core strength, which helps improve stability on the slopes.