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Bird dog

A isolation exercise for the lower back and abs, with help from the glutes. Equipment: no equipment.

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WorksLower backAbsGlutes

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How to do it

  1. Setup: On hands and knees, back flat.
  2. Reach one arm and the opposite leg long
  3. Hips don't tip

Muscles worked

Equipment

None. You can do it anywhere. See more exercises by equipment.

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