PROPHYSIOTHERAPY
Physio-Approved Exercise

How to do Bird-Dog

Lower Back
Intermediate
Mat
2 sets of 10 reps per side
Reviewed by Dr. Jahirul (J) Mazumdar, BPT · 11 July 2026

Start on hands and knees.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1
    Start on hands and knees.
  2. 2
    Extend right arm forward and left leg backward until parallel to the floor.
  3. 3
    Hold 2-3 seconds. Return. Alternate sides.
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Do
  • Keep the hips level
Don't
  • Do not rotate the pelvis
Clinically used for
Lower Back PainLumbar InstabilityCore Weakness

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