Bridge
DIFFICULTY
Easy
EQUIPMENT NEEDED
None
STARTING POSITION
Lie on your back with the soles of your feet flat on the ground.
PROCEDURE
- Lift your hips in to the air so that the thighs and trunk form a straight line.
- Make sure to keep your arms placed at your sides. (This helps with balance.)
- Slowly lower your body to the starting position.
COACHING KEYS
- Focus on using the glutes and hamstrings to move the body upward.
- Do not over-arch the back.
YOU SHOULD FEEL IT
Glutes, hamstrings, and low back.
SKI PURPOSE
Improves lower back, glute and hamstring strength. Can be used as a warm up before skiing.
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