Straight Leg Abductor Drill

This one looks easy but watch out! This drill is a really great way to build the strengthen the glutes. Try placing your hand on your side butt as you do these to remind yourself to activate there instead of the hip flexors. The hip flexors like to take over for the side glutes. That’s not bad, it’s just not what we are targeting here. 

Sets:  One

Reps: 15-30

Side Plank

This is a challenging exercise for sure. Side plank strengthens your side core muscles, back, shoulder and important spinal stabilizers. Try practicing with your bottom knee on the ground at first. Work your way up to 60 seconds (could take weeks) then try having the feet stacked or staggered.  

Sets: One

Reps: 20-60 seconds