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leg lift crawl

leg-lift-crawl exercise

this exercise strengthens your back and abdomen muscles.

  • positioned on hands and knees, place your hands directly under your shoulders and straighten your arms.
  • tighten your belly muscles by pulling in your belly button toward your spine. be sure you continue to breathe normally, and do not hold your breath.
  • lift your left knee and bring it toward your elbow.
  • slowly extend your leg behind you without completely straightening it. be careful not to let your hip drop down. avoid arching your back.
  • hold your leg behind you for about 6 seconds.
  • return to your starting position.
  • do the same exercise with your other leg.

repeat 8 to 12 times for each leg.

current as of: july 18, 2023

author: healthwise staff
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