5/12: Focus: Maintaining hip stability while incorporating rotation of the spine. The spine is made up of 24 moveable parts. Purpose: With your body in a "Stride" position, you will improve your core stability and mobility by separating back movement from your hips and legs.
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Assume a "Stride" position by placing one foot on a box or bench. TIP: Use a bench or box that is the same height as your knees. |
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While maintaining square hips and posture, turn your head and shoulders toward the lead leg (the leg on the bench). Tip: Keep your back Glute contracted and keep the front knee behind your toes. |
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Place the opposite forearm outside of the lead leg. You should feel a stretch through the Thoracic spine, across the hip flexor of the back leg and across the Glute of the front leg. Hold this stretch for 3-5 seconds. Then return to the starting position and repeat 6 times per side. |
The key is to be able to separate your back movement from your hips, leg and arm movement.
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Exercise Sponsored By: Cameron Hervol |
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