High Hip Tap Plank

1. Starting Position:

   • Begin in a high plank position. To do this, place your hands directly under your shoulders, feet hip-width apart, and engage your core. Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels.

2. Body Alignment:

   • Ensure your back is flat and your hips are not sagging or raised too high. Your head should be looking slightly ahead rather than down.

3. Movement:

   • While maintaining your plank position, lift your right hand off the ground and reach toward your left hip, tapping it gently.

   • Bring your right hand back to the starting position.

   • Repeat this with your left hand, reaching across to tap your right hip.

4. Breathing:

   • Inhale as you tap your hip and exhale as you return to the starting position.

5. Repetitions:

   • Continue alternating sides for 10 to 15 taps on each side, or as many as you can while maintaining good form.

6. Form Tips:

   • Keep your core tight to help stabilize your body.

   • Try to minimize hip movement; the goal is to keep your hips as steady as possible while tapping your hips.

7. Finishing the Exercise:

   • After completing your repetitions, gently lower your knees to the ground to rest and move into a child’s pose stretch to cool down.

Remember to start slow and focus on your form, gradually increasing the number of repetitions as you become more comfortable with the movement.