This classic core exercise gently conditions lower back, hips, and glutes. It also improves the neuromuscular connection between body and mind, improving coordination in a low-risk environment.
Position yourself on hands and knees with hands under shoulders and knees under hips. Extend a leg back while also extending the arm for the opposite side of the body. Go slowly, and focus on pushing fingers and heel as far away from each other as you can. It may be difficult to feel balanced and stable at first; this is normal, and is in fact part of the benefit of the exercise. On the other hand, some may feel that the exercise isn’t very challenging. It is, nonetheless, an excellent way to begin a workout by stimulating the brain and connecting into the core.