Exercise of the week~ Time to Stabilize

Difficulty: Advanced
(Consult your Chiropractor before starting this or any other exercise)
Start: Lie on back, lower legs resting on ball, knees straight. Hands can rest on hips with elbows touching floor. Press down into ball with legs, lifting hips until entire body is in straight position, feet to shoulders. Stabilize with stomach tucked in and
hold. Lift one leg a few inches off ball, stabilizing with only one leg on ball.

image_thumb[1] (23)

 

 

 

 

 

image_thumb[3] (8)

 

 

 

 

 

image_thumb[5] (4)

 

 

 

 

 

Exercise: Roll ball toward buttocks using one leg. As ball comes closer to buttocks, hips should rise but not bend, keeping a straight line between knee, hips and shoulders. Curl leg to 90 degrees and hold for 1 count. Return to start position; maintain a tight abdomen throughout.
Repeat 5-10 times per leg.

 

Disclaimer: Information contained in this Wellness Express™ newsletter is for educational and general purposes only and is designed to assist you in making informed decisions about your health. Any information contained herein is not intended to substitute advice from your physician or other healthcare professional.
Copyright © Wellness Express™