1. Begin by coming into a kneeling position on the floor with your hands directly under your shoulders and knees under your hips.
2. Keep your core tight and back straight throughout the exercise.
3. As shown in the first image, lift one leg off the ground, keeping the knee bent at a 90-degree angle.
4. Move the lifted leg out to the side as far as possible without shifting your hips, engaging your gluteus medius and minimus. This is displayed in the second image.
5. Once you reach the peak of your lateral movement, straighten your leg out to complete the side kick. This is shown in the third image. Ensure your leg is parallel to the ground.
6. Hold the kick for a moment, then bend your knee back to the 90-degree position and bring your leg back to the starting position.
7. Repeat this movement for the desired number of repetitions before switching to the other side.
Make sure to perform the exercise with controlled movements to maximize the benefits and minimize the risk of injury. It can help tone and strengthen the muscles of the hips and thighs while improving balance and stability.
