Backbend On
Swiss Ball

OBJECTIVES
● Strengthen abdominals, thighs, and back extensors.
● Strengthens and stretches hip flexors.
● Develops shoulder stabilization.

EXERCISE
● Lying on ball, keep ball supporting tush and lower back.
Weight stays even in upper and lower body, with back of hands pushing into the floor.

● With control, slowly lift one leg to sky pointing through toe and pause.
Lower and repeat other side.

● Natural breathing.

3-4 each side alternating

CUES
● Navel to spine.
● Squeeze the tush.
● Push into the floor with the hands and supporting foot.
● Point toes.