This is a great overall exercise. People generally have a lot of weakness in the buttock muscles, mainly caused by sitting all day. Not only will this exercise correct that condition, but it will also strengthen the inner part of the legs, strengthen your arches, and help to reinforce good posture.
Step#1 Be certain that the starting posture is perfect. Stand with the chest high holding a straight back with the head high over the shoulders.
Step#2 Look for equal bend from the hip, knee, and ankle as you bend forward on one leg, keeping the chest high and back straight.
Step#3 As your torso gets lower be certain to maintain the straight back and not curve it just so that you can touch the floor. It's not about depth as much as it's about perfect technique.
Step#4 If you can, touch the finger tips to the floor, adjust the posture to be sure you're maintaining the straight back. Slowly return to the upright position. The full movement should take about 5 seconds to complete.
At the bottom of the movement, you want to be sure that you aren't slumping to one side. Keep the shoulders and hips level with one another. The number of repetitions will vary from person to person, but you can try and start with 6-8 per leg and repeat 3 times. Do them every other day.
Before starting this exercise program, see your doctor and verify that these exercises are suitable for your condition.
Step#1 Be certain that the starting posture is perfect. Stand with the chest high holding a straight back with the head high over the shoulders.
Step#2 Look for equal bend from the hip, knee, and ankle as you bend forward on one leg, keeping the chest high and back straight.
Step#3 As your torso gets lower be certain to maintain the straight back and not curve it just so that you can touch the floor. It's not about depth as much as it's about perfect technique.
Step#4 If you can, touch the finger tips to the floor, adjust the posture to be sure you're maintaining the straight back. Slowly return to the upright position. The full movement should take about 5 seconds to complete.
At the bottom of the movement, you want to be sure that you aren't slumping to one side. Keep the shoulders and hips level with one another. The number of repetitions will vary from person to person, but you can try and start with 6-8 per leg and repeat 3 times. Do them every other day.
Before starting this exercise program, see your doctor and verify that these exercises are suitable for your condition.
