Pilates Advanced Leg Stretch
The advanced leg stretch works the hip abductor muscles such as gluteus medius, whilst maintaining the stability at the pelvis and lumbar spine.
Method:
- Lie on the side, position a towel between your bottom arm and your head to maintain the neutral position of the neck.
- Bend your lower leg for stabilisation, keeping the upper leg straight.
- Place the hand of the top arm on the floor in front of your naval.
- Set the core muscles, breathe in and as you exhale, raise the top leg away from the bottom one.
- Hold the top position for a few seconds, before slowly lowering back to the floor.
- Aim to perform 2-3 sets of 10 repetitions.
