What is the bird dog workout?

The bird dog workout is a floor exercise that focuses on building muscles in the posterior core. The bird dog helps to strengthen the spine, abdominals, gluteus maximus and the thighs.

The workout starts with the foundation position: on hands and knees. Make sure that the hips are over the knees and the shoulders over the wrists. The hands should be placed shoulder-width apart. Lift the left leg straight behind the body. Once balance is achieved, lift the right arm forward. Hold the position for about 10 seconds before moving back to the floor. Repeat this several times before switching sides.