Movement · The Original 10
Side Kicks
The short answer
Strengthens the hips and glutes, and teaches pelvic stability. Lie on one side in a long line, head resting on the lower arm. The top leg sweeps forward and back while the torso stays perfectly still.
8–10 sets
Breath, Inhale to lengthen the leg · Exhale to sweep it forward
How to do it
Lie on one side in a long line, head resting on the lower arm. The top leg sweeps forward and back while the torso stays perfectly still.
Breath: exhale as the leg sweeps, inhale to control it back, the torso never rocks.
Be mindful
- Keep length in the spine to prevent the upper torso from rotating.
- Slow the pace down to hold the stability of neutral spine and pelvis.
Modification
Bend the bottom leg to 90° for a wider, steadier base if stability slips.
Move 8 of 10