Double Straight Leg Stretch
Fourth of the Series of Five. Also called Lower Lift. Intense core challenge lowering both legs together.
1 min
Inhale to lower, exhale to lift
1Setup
Lie on back, curl head and shoulders up. Hands behind head, elbows wide. Extend both legs straight to ceiling, squeeze together.
2Execution
1. Press lower back firmly into mat. 2. Inhale, lower legs toward floor (only as low as back stays flat). 3. Exhale, lift legs back to 90 degrees. 4. Keep legs glued together. 5. Don't let head push forward. 6. Elbows stay wide in peripheral vision. 7. Repeat 8-10 times. 8. Stop if back arches off mat.
Tips for Better Form
- ✓Back MUST stay flat - this is non-negotiable
- ✓Lower legs only 6 inches if needed
- ✓Keep pressing head into hands
- ✓Quality over range
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Equipment Needed
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