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No Equipment Necessary: Elbow Plank With Donkey Kick

Fri, 06/06/2008 - 4:30am by FitSugar
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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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    kia
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    Eeeks. Simple planks already kick my butt in a major way.

    23 weeks 3 days ago Report Comment

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