Strengthens – legs, hips, buttocks, arms, shoulders, back and abdominals.
- Stand with your feet hip width apart, feet parallel and hands at your side
- Lift up from your heart so your spine is long and look straight ahead
- Gentle pull your belly button toward your spine
- Inhale and lift up your right knee to waist height AND keeping your left arm straight, lift your hand to shoulder height
- Exhale and lower your foot and hand to the starting position. Ensure your feet are parallel.
- Repeat by lifting the left leg and right arm
- Start with 5 repetitions on each side and work up to 20 on each side.
If you need support to maintain balance, hold onto a counter or a sturdy table.
It is important to maintain good posture throughout the exercise. Only lift your knee and hand as far as is comfortable.