T Stand

Starting Position

Stand with feet together. Slowly bend from hips to lower torso, touching fintertips to ground.

Action

EXHALE: Lift right leg behind you to hip height, keeping hips level. Bend left knee slightly if needed. Hold for 5 counts.

INHALE: Return to start and repeat on other side for one rep.

Special Instructions

Try to keep weight on left leg and only slightly on hands (fingertips). Keep abs tight.

Muscles Worked: Abs, Lower back, Hamstrings

Airplane Pose

Starting Position

Stand with feet together, arms at sides, and gaze at a spot on the ground about 5 feet ahead for balance.

Action

Lift left foot back, bending forward until left leg and chest are parallel to ground. Extend arms out as shown. Hold for 3 counts. Repeat for all repetitions and switch sides.

Special Instructions

Be sure to keep a flat back (parallel to floor) and concentrate on keeping abs tight.

Muscles Worked: Back, Glutes, Hamstrings