Lying on the back with knees bent and feet flat, lifting the hips up off the floor and lowering with control. Strengthens the glutes and lower body.

Verbal Cues

• “Press through your feet and squeeze your glutes”
• “Lift your hips up to a straight line from knees to shoulders”
• “Lower slowly”

What to Watch For

• Hips lift evenly, not one side higher
• Back should not over-arch at the top