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Fire hydrant

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This floor move targets your side glutes and helps stabilize your hips.

How to Fire hydrant

Starting Position

1. In the four-point position, place your hands under your shoulders and your knees under your hips.

2. Keep your back and waist straight.

Proper Form

1. Lift one knee to the side and engage the muscles next to your hip.

2. Raise it only to the extent that your pelvis does not rotate along with it.

3. Slowly lower it down and repeat, then do the same on the other side.

Breathing Technique

Exhale when you raise your legs and inhale when you lower them.

Precautions

1. Keep your core tight so that your waist doesn't sway side to side.

2. Focus on the feeling of riding next to your hips rather than the height.

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