Floor Bridge

Last week we talked about low back pain and I had you start out with the Cook Hip Lift, the idea was to get the glutes firing again.  If you did your homework you should be ready to move on to the next exercise - the floor bridge.

This exercise takes you back to using both glutes at the same time.  When doing the exercise hands can be placed anywhere.  Generally it is a good idea not to have them on the floor, you do not want to use them to help push off.  Keep the low back neutral and try not to let it arch.

Start out by doing 1- 2 sets of about 10-12 reps.  As you advance you can move up to 1 – 2 sets of 20 reps.  The movement should be very slow and controlled with a pause at the top.  During this pause really try to tighten up those glutes and get full extension of the hips before you lower back down.  (Remember do not let the low back arch).

Next time I am going to tell you about a great supplemental exercise you can throw in if you are struggling with the bridge.

Stay Motivated,

Karen

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