Monday 4 May 2015

Side bridge progression

As we know, when we're performing physical activity we have to take into account that we can't begin so high because we can get injured. So that, in the post "Be in shape: Part II" I talked about the benefits of this exercise.

There are 6 levels:
  1. Side Bridge supported kneeling ( short lever ) for beginners and those who are experiencing low back problems.
  2. Side bridge with elbow support and both feet ( long lever ).
  3. Side bridge with elbow support ( short lever ).
  4. Side bridge with extended elbow ( long lever ) for a greater commitment on the shoulder.
  5. Dynamic Side Bridge with elbow support ( short lever ) : for a stronger commitment from the obliques.
  6. Dynamic Side Bridge with extended elbow ( long lever ) for a greater commitment on the shoulder and oblique.


Side bridge with extended elbow (long lever) 



Side bridge with elbow support and both feet (long lever)




As we can see, the difficulty is in increased. Each one should know which level should begin.

Once we perform this exercise perfectly, we can introduce implements like bosu, fitness ball, TRX, increasing the height of the feet with a bank, etc.


For any question, don´t hesítate asking us. We will be glad to help you out with any doubt you have.

Thanks for reading.


Pablo Añon. (2013). Side bridge. 04/05/2015, de G-SE Sitio web: http://g-se.com/es/entrenamiento-en-voleibol/blog/ejercicio-de-la-semana-puente-o-plancha-lateral

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