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Thursday, 2 June 2011

Exercise of the Month (JUNE) - Double Leg Stretch

As usual thanks to Tina who models so willingly! Next month I will start to add some equipment-based exercises

Start in imprint or neutral (if strong enough to maintain neutral). Bring legs into table top. Knees should be directly about the hips to maintain abdominal challenge.









Exhale to bring the torso off the ground (cervical and thoracic only) leaving the torso as long as possible.











Exhale to extend legs out on a diagonal. Only as low as you can maintain imprint or neutral and repeat back to table top 8-10 times. To release from the exercise follow the pictures backwards.











For an additional challenge maintain neutral or imprint and lift and lower the legs, keeping the head down on the floor. You may need to deepen the imprint as you lower the legs ensuring that the lumbar spine is supported.












Enjoy these two treats to ensure that your abdominals look good for the bikini season.


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