How to do the hand plank leg lift stretch

Instructions for hand plank leg lift:

Place your hands under your shoulders, slightly wider than shoulder width (like you’re about to do a push-up).
Ground your toes into the floor and engage your abs, shouldes, back, and glutes to stabilize the body.
Be careful not to lock or hyperextend your knees.
While keeping your core engaged, slowly raise one leg off the floor until it’s at about hip height.
Keep a straight spine with your head in line with your back and look at a spot on the floor slightly above your hands.

What does hand plank leg lift help with?

Strength

What areas does hand plank leg lift exercise?

Abdomen, Obliques, Upper Back, Glutes, Shoulders, Chest, Triceps, Lower Back

How is hand plank leg lift performed?

Isometrics

When should you avoid hand plank leg lift?

Vertigo, Dizziness, Pregnancy, Osteoporosis, High Blood Pressure, Heart Condition

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