FLEX TIME ONE LEG SQUAT WITH OPPOSITE ARM TOUCH DOWN.Works on: This exercise requires extreme core (abdominal abdominal /ab·dom·i·nal/ (ab-dom´i-n'l) pertaining to the abdomen. ab·dom·i·nal adj. Of or relating to the abdomen. n. An abdominal muscle. ) and lower-body strength, plus dynamic balance. THE MOVE Setup: Begin by standing on one leg with the opposite leg slightly off the ground. Place the hand that is on the same side of the leg that is on the ground on your hip. Step 1: Squat down - only as low as you can control - and reach the opposite hand down to your toe. Step 2: Hold for 2 seconds, then return to the starting position. This represents 1 repetition REPETITION, construction of wills. A repetition takes place when the same testator, by the same testamentary instrument, gives to the same legatee legacies of equal amount and of the same kind; in such case the latter is considered a repetition of the former, and the legatee is entitled . Fit tip: To make this exercise harder, add a 10- to 20-pound dumbbell Dumbbell An investment strategy, used mainly for bonds, where holdings are heavily concentrated in both very short and long term maturities. Notes: This is also known as a barbell, charting on a timeline gives the appearance of a barbell or dumbbell. to the hand that is reaching toward the foot. Repetitions: Do 6 to 8 repetitions and alternate foot position for a total of 12 to 16 repetitions for 2 to 3 sets. ABOUT THE TRAINER: Johanna Spates is a fitness specialist who works at 360 Health Club in Reseda, where she trains privately and teaches group exercise classes. She is certified See certification. through the National Academy of Sports Medicine The National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) is a certification, research and fitness education organization that was founded in California in 1987. NASM develops continuing education for professional athletic trainers. . If you have questions regarding this exercise, contact Spates at (818) 705-6500, Ext. 509. CAPTION(S): 2 photos Photo: (1 -- 2) no caption (Johanna Spates) David Sprague/Staff Photographer |
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