Single Leg Bridge
The single leg bridge is a progression from the bridge exercise which works on improving the stability of the pelvis and lumbar spine whilst using the leg and glute (buttock) muscles for power.
Method:
- Lie on the back with the knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
- Bring the feet in close together, set your lumbar position and contract your core muscles.
- Breathe in and as you exhale start to peel the back off the floor, starting with the tailbone, all the way up to the upper back.
- Then lift one leg from the floor and extend the knee.
- Hold for a few seconds, before slowly returning the leg to the floor and lowering your back down.
- Aim to perform 2-3 sets of 10 repetitions.
