Exercises for Profile 5'
HOW TO DO THE EXERCISE
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Stretch the lower body.
- Stand side onto a wall
- Stand on the leg closest to the wall with a slight bend in the leg you are standing on
- Tip your body forward from the hips and bend the knee, and reach across with the opposite hand towards the wall
- Repeat for the other leg
- If you are finding this exercise difficult, start off with simply balancing on 1 leg before progressing to a bend. Then progress again to a bend with rotation
Note:
- Ensure you keep the knee stable and only reach as far as you feel comfortable with
Benefits
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Stretch the inner-thighs.
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This functional exercise will help you to strengthen and tone the legs and backside and the core muscles. It is also very beneficial for stability of the ankle complex.
Your Programme
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Exercise the abdominals.
- Complete 2 sets of 10-12 reps on either leg
- Rest for 1 minute between each set
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