Classification
Type | auxiliary |
Mechanics | compound |
Direction | pull |
Equipment | mat |
Additional Equipment | - |
Instructions
Preparation
Lie on mat in lateral position with elbow of low arm below shoulder. Let forearm point forward. Extend other arm upward. Place high leg on floor, raise low leg slightly and hold it extended in front of high leg. Lift hip until body is slightly arched.Execution
Pull knee of low leg toward chest. Return and repeat. Continue with opposite side.Variations / Comments
Begin with moderate speed. As you advance you may want to increase the execution speed.
Starting Position
Ending Position
Muscles
Target | Obliques |
Synergist | Hip Flexors |
Stabilizers | Hip Abductors | Rectus Abdominis | Triceps Brachii | Latissimus Dorsi |
Front
Rear