To make this exercise a bit easier, you can perform the movement on your hands rather than your forearms. Slowly raise one leg 5 to 8 inches off the floor Count to two and slowly lower your leg to the floor. Switch legs and repeat. Do two to three sets of 10 reps.

How to do Single-Leg Side Plank: Step 1:Lie down with your left side on an exercise mat. Place your feet together on top of each other. Next, prop yourself up on your left elbow and forearm. Step 2:Place your right hand on your right hip. Next, raise your right leg up as high as you can and hold. This is the starting position.

You will be balancing on both forearms, but only one foot. Step 1: Lower your body down into the standard plank position – stiff body, propped up on elbows and forearms, with toes on the floor. Lift one leg off the floor and hold this position. Repeat for at least two sets, one per leg. Each should be held for 30-120 seconds.