Bridging


lyingHelps with:
Core stability
Strength

Starting position:
Lying

Starting position

Lying with knees bent up and feet flat on floor/bed about 12 inches (30cms) apart.

Step one

Tighten your buttocks, then raise them off the floor to form a bridge, then hold.

Step two

Then let down slowly.

Repeat 3-5 times.

Be sure to raise straight up and down - try not to waver!

bridging exercise

Download this exercise as a pdf

If you have problems/concerns, talk to a physiotherapist