Single Leg Sliding Floor Bridge Curl on Towel Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Hips, Thighs, Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Hamstrings, Rectus Abdominis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Single Leg Towel Bridge Curl
How to: Single Leg Sliding Floor Bridge Curl on Towel
- Lie on your back with one foot on a towel, knee bent and foot flat on the floor.
- Lift your opposite leg straight up into the air.
- Push through the heel of your foot on the towel, lifting your hips towards the ceiling.
- Squeeze your glutes at the top of the movement, then slowly slide your foot back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions and switch legs.
Common Mistakes
- Not engaging the core can lead to lower back strain.
- Raising the hips too high can cause misalignment in the spine.
- Sliding the towel too quickly can lead to loss of control.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise without the sliding motion if balance is an issue.
- Use a pillow or padded mat under the lower back for support.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Ensure your heel is firmly pressed against the towel to maintain control.
- Lower your hips slowly to avoid straining your lower back.
Single Leg Sliding Floor Bridge Curl on Towel Alternatives
Tags
glutes
hamstrings
waist
strength
bodyweight
intermediate