Bird Dog – Gwiwar hannu zuwa Gwiwa

Learn how to do Bird Dog – Gwiwar hannu zuwa Gwiwa with proper form. Watch the 4K video, see which muscles are worked, and follow step-by-step instructions.

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MET 3 Deep Core Lower BackGlutesShoulders No equipment

Bird Dog – Gwiwar hannu zuwa Gwiwa is a No equipment exercise that primarily targets the Deep Core, with secondary activation of the Lower Back, Glutes, Shoulders. It has a MET value of 3, meaning a 70kg person burns approximately 105 calories in a 30-minute session..

How to Do Bird Dog – Gwiwar hannu zuwa Gwiwa

A stability and core control variation of the bird dog where you bring your elbow and opposite knee together to engage the abdominals more intensely.


💡 Instructions:


  • Start on all fours with hands under shoulders and knees under hips.

  • Extend one arm forward and the opposite leg backward until both are parallel to the floor.

  • Bring your elbow and opposite knee towards each other under your torso.

  • Extend again to the starting position without letting your hand or foot touch the ground.

  • Repeat for all reps on one side, then switch sides.


⚠️ Common mistakes:


  • Rounding or arching the lower back excessively

  • Letting the hips rotate instead of keeping them square

  • Moving too fast and losing control

  • Not fully extending the arm and leg

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Muscles Worked by Bird Dog – Gwiwar hannu zuwa Gwiwa

Primary Deep Core
Secondary
Lower BackGlutesShoulders

Equipment

  • No equipment

Calories Burned Doing Bird Dog – Gwiwar hannu zuwa Gwiwa

Calorie Calculator

MET 3
Estimated burn
105 calories

Calories = MET × weight (kg) × time (hours)

Quick Facts: Bird Dog – Gwiwar hannu zuwa Gwiwa

Type
No equipment exercise
Primary muscle
Deep Core
Secondary muscles
Lower Back, Glutes, Shoulders
MET value
3
Calories (30 min, 70kg)
≈ 105 cal
Video quality
4K with male and female demonstrations

FAQ: Bird Dog – Gwiwar hannu zuwa Gwiwa

What muscles does Bird Dog – Gwiwar hannu zuwa Gwiwa work?

Bird Dog – Gwiwar hannu zuwa Gwiwa primarily targets the Deep Core, with secondary engagement of the Lower Back, Glutes, Shoulders.

How do you do Bird Dog – Gwiwar hannu zuwa Gwiwa correctly?

A stability and core control variation of the bird dog where you bring your elbow and opposite knee together to engage the abdominals more intensely. 💡...

Is Bird Dog – Gwiwar hannu zuwa Gwiwa good for beginners?

Bird Dog – Gwiwar hannu zuwa Gwiwa has a MET value of 3, indicating a low intensity exercise suitable for beginners.

What equipment do you need for Bird Dog – Gwiwar hannu zuwa Gwiwa?

Bird Dog – Gwiwar hannu zuwa Gwiwa requires: No equipment.

What are the benefits of Bird Dog – Gwiwar hannu zuwa Gwiwa?

Bird Dog – Gwiwar hannu zuwa Gwiwa strengthens the Deep Core, engages the Lower Back and Glutes and Shoulders.

What exercises are similar to Bird Dog – Gwiwar hannu zuwa Gwiwa?

Similar exercises to Bird Dog – Gwiwar hannu zuwa Gwiwa include Crunch mai sauka, Juya na Rasha tare da dumbbell, Dumbbell Turkish Get-Up, Crunch mai nauyi na dumbbell.

Is Bird Dog – Gwiwar hannu zuwa Gwiwa better than Crunch mai sauka?

Both Bird Dog – Gwiwar hannu zuwa Gwiwa and Crunch mai sauka target the Deep Core. Choose based on your available equipment and training goals.

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