Type: Core Stability
Primary Muscles: Core, Lower Back
Secondary Muscles: Glutes, Shoulders
Exercise Key Form:
1. Start in an all-fours position with hands under shoulders and knees under hips.
2. Extend one arm and the opposite leg while keeping hips level.
3. Squeeze core and hold briefly before returning to start.
4. Repeat on the other side.
NASM-CPT Tip: Keep movements slow and controlled to maximize core engagement.
Why This Exercise Is Important: Improves core control, balance, and coordination while strengthening the lower back.
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