1. Starting Position:
- Begin in a high plank position. To do this, place your hands directly under your shoulders, feet hip-width apart, and engage your core. Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels.
2. Body Alignment:
- Ensure your back is flat and your hips are not sagging or raised too high. Your head should be looking slightly ahead rather than down.
3. Movement:
- While maintaining your plank position, lift your right hand off the ground and reach toward your left hip, tapping it gently.
- Bring your right hand back to the starting position.
- Repeat this with your left hand, reaching across to tap your right hip.
4. Breathing:
- Inhale as you tap your hip and exhale as you return to the starting position.
5. Repetitions:
- Continue alternating sides for 10 to 15 taps on each side, or as many as you can while maintaining good form.
6. Form Tips:
- Keep your core tight to help stabilize your body.
- Try to minimize hip movement; the goal is to keep your hips as steady as possible while tapping your hips.
7. Finishing the Exercise:
- After completing your repetitions, gently lower your knees to the ground to rest and move into a child’s pose stretch to cool down.
Remember to start slow and focus on your form, gradually increasing the number of repetitions as you become more comfortable with the movement.
