I love an exercise you can do anywhere, anytime. I like the ones that require no equipment. This elbow plank has an added kick to it, and I mean that literally. Adding a donkey kick to this move requires extra strength, as it will challenge your core while toning your booty and hamstring. Here's how:
- Begin in an elbow plank with elbows directly under shoulders, abs engaged toward the spine. Don't let the pelvis sag down or pop up.
- Lift right leg off the ground, bending your knee so the sole of your foot is toward the ceiling. Keep pelvis square to the floor. Don't let your pelvis twist.
- Press your right heel towards ceiling as high as you can without moving pelvis or low back. The motion will not be huge, but concentrated on the booty and hamstring.
- Lower the bent leg slightly and repeat for a total of eight to ten repetitions. Then switch sides.
- Do two sets on each leg.
I like to hold a Downward Facing Dog for five long breaths between sets.

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These look great!
1wow
2Eeeks. Simple planks already kick my butt in a major way.
3I like this added exercise to the elbow plank and I plan on trying it during my next workout. Thanks!
@Diamond: I couldn't do an elbow plank for more than a few seconds, now I can do plank jacks, mountain climbers, and plank twists. I NEVER thought I could do those exercises when I began a consistent workout plan. As a matter of fact, when I saw them demonstrated I believed they were impossible for me to do.
So, don't give up. Continue to safely push your body to new levels and you'll be amazed at what you can do.
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