Exercise of the week!
Starting position
Lie on your side with one forearm directly below your shoulder, legs extended with the top leg forward and the other backwards.
Execution
Inhale and during exhalation lift your torso in order to be aligned with your legs and head. Inhale and return to starting position. 10 reps. At the last 2 reps hold for 8’’-10’’
Cues
-Keep your torso aligned with your legs and head by having your abdominals / PH / core engaged.
-Have the upper leg forward for better balance during exercise
– Control your pelvis to avoid torso rotation
Variations
-Free arm over your hip or behind your head or straight towards the sky
– Rotate your upper body moving the free arm under your torso, to the ground. Legs stacked on top of each other.
George Chatzipaschalis , Personal Trainer, AthensTrainers® Associate
