This exercise is great for the core, shoulders, glutes and balance!
Muscles: Abs, back,glutes, shoulders,core
Start position: Kneel on all fours with knees and feet at a hips width apart. Place hands on mat directly underneath shoulders. Fingers are facing forward. Elbows are soft. Draw navel towards spine to engage core. Spine should be in neutral position. (not extended and not flexed)
Movement: Extend left leg straight out until parallel to floor without any rotation in the hips. Both hips should be parallel to the floor. Raise right arm straight in front until it is parallel to the floor. keep shoulders from rotating. Head should be aligned with spine. Hold in this position for a few seconds. Lower yourself to start position and repeat with opposite limbs.
Note: The lower back can tend to sag in this exercise. This is not a desired position. If need be, only raise limbs as far as low back position can be maintained without sagging.
