Instructions
Preparation
- On floor, place exercise ball between lower legs or medicine ball between bent knees. Lie on back with arms extended out to sides. Raise legs upward with knees slightly bent.
Execution
- Lower legs to one side until side of thigh is on floor. Raise and lower legs to opposite side. Repeat.
Comments
- Maintain knee position throughout movement. For less resistance, bend knees and/or do not use additional weight. See Spot Reduction Myth.
Classification
| Utility: | Auxiliary |
| Mechanics: | Isolated |
| Force: | Pull |