Side bridge

Recruiting the midsection muscles, specifically the obliques via lateral flexion of the spine, the side bridge is an exercise which is great at building core strength. The side bridge exercise is a good solution for those who wish to target the oblique muscles, with no requirement for any equipment, thus possible to perform nearly anywhere with enough space.

The side bridge will not provide stimulus for fat loss of the midsection or hips. The exercise will stimulate the muscles, which may result in strength gains and hypertrophy. Fat loss is best achieved with a correct diet plan, and cardiovascular activities.

Performing the side bridge

• Place mat on floor.
• Lie on side, propping yourself up by resting forearm on the floor (facing perpendicular to body), with legs straight and resting along floor.
• Keeping elbow stationary throughout execution, lift hip and thigh off the floor.
• Do not lean forward or backwards during execution.
• Maintain good body posture throughout.
• Return back to starting position by allowing thighs and hip to lower back to floor.
• Repeat for desired number of repetitions.
• Repeat on other side.

Side bridge courtesy of Fitness Uncovered - Bodybuilding & Fitness

Courtesy of FitnessUncovered.co.uk

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