Side Plank Hip Raises

Developing your core is very important.  Core strength and development is beneficial to having a strong back, good posture, upper and lower body toning, just to name a few.  This exercise, side plank hip raises, is another one of my favorites.  

Get yourself situated on the floor. You want your body to be straight, over lap your right leg so that it's in front of your left, have your left arm straight, extending directly under your shoulder as shown.  It is important to not drop your shoulder.  Place your right arm on your head. 

Here's the fun part, lower your hip to the floor, then bring it back up to the starting position. Continue to lower and raise your hips, being sure to balance yourself and not drop your shoulders.  Do 10 - 15 reps then repeat on the other side. 

This exercise is a nice one for your obliques (side abs), as well as core development.  Have fun!