Double Leg Stretch

Second of the Series of Five. Challenges core stability as both arms and legs extend away from center simultaneously.

1 min
Inhale to extend, exhale to return

1Setup

Lie on back, curl head and shoulders up. Hug both knees to chest, hands on shins. Keep lower back pressing into mat.

2Execution

1. Inhale, reach arms overhead and legs out to 45 degrees. 2. Body makes a V shape, but back stays imprinted. 3. Exhale, circle arms around and hug knees back in. 4. Don't let head drop during extension. 5. Keep legs only as low as you can control back. 6. Repeat 8-10 times. 7. Control the return, don't flop back.

Tips for Better Form

  • Arms reach by ears, not behind
  • Legs can go higher if back arches
  • Circle arms wide
  • Keep scooping abs in

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Target Areas

Front

Back

Equipment Needed

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