Body slide
- Category
- Legs
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
- Primary muscles
- Gluteus Medius, Gluteus Minimus, Adductor Longus, Adductor Brevis, Adductor Magnus
- Secondary muscles
- Rectus Abdominis, Obliques, Gluteus Maximus, Gluteus Mideus
How to do it
- Stand with your feet slightly wider than shoulder-width apart and extend your arms straight out at shoulder level.
- Slide your hips to the left, keeping your upper body and arms steady.
- Slide your hips to the right, maintaining control and keeping your arms extended.
- Continue sliding your hips left and right in a controlled motion.
Form tips
- Engage your core to maintain stability and prevent your upper body from swaying.
- Keep your movements smooth and controlled to maximize muscle activation and prevent injury.
- Ensure your knees are slightly bent to allow for greater range of motion in your hips.
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