Hips rotate toward the lifted leg
The anti-rotation challenge is the whole point; rotating defeats the stimulus.
Overactive muscles
TFLObliques
Corrective work
Foam RollTFL↗StretchQL side-bend stretch↗Pilates · Core
Leg Pull Front (Plank)
Coaching cues
- Start in a full plank; lift one leg — keep it straight and at hip height
- Hold for 2 counts; lower and alternate legs
- Hips stay level — do not rotate toward the lifted leg
- Challenges core anti-rotation and single-leg glute stability simultaneously
Common faults 2
Lifted leg drops below hip height
Glute max of the lifting leg fails to maintain the hip extension.
Overactive muscles
Hip flexorsErector spinae
Corrective work
Foam RollHip flexors↗StretchHalf-kneeling hip flexor stretch↗