Single Leg Stretch

About This Exercise

First of the Series of Five. Develops coordination, core strength, and hip flexor flexibility with alternating leg movements.

1Setup

Lie on back, curl head and shoulders up. Pull right knee to chest (outside hand on ankle, inside hand on knee). Extend left leg to 45 degrees.

2Execution

1. Keep upper body still and lifted. 2. Inhale, switch legs - left knee in, right extends. 3. Exhale, switch back - right knee in, left extends. 4. Hand placement: outside hand on ankle, inside on knee. 5. Keep extended leg at 45 degrees (or higher if back arches). 6. Continue alternating for 8-10 reps each side. 7. Move with control, not speed.

Pro Tips

• Keep lower back pressed to mat
• Shoulder blades stay off mat
• Extend leg only as low as you can control
• Don't let head drop