Assisted Bird Dog - leg slide

This is a drill to assist the hip extension pattern in the suspended position.

This is a drill to assist the hip extension pattern in the suspended position. 
 
Set Up: Get into a quadruped position with the knees under the hips and the hands under the shoulders with the spine in a neutral position. Anchor the band to the right foot and hold one end in each hand.  
 
Action: While maintaining body position, slide the left foot on the floor out away from body to fully extend your left hip. Make sure the body remains stable.
 
Return: Keeping the foot in contact with the floor, slide it back to the start position. Repeat the process with the right leg.

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