
Prone Opposite Arm and Leg Lift
on Stability Ball
This is an all-around strengthener for the muscles at the back of the body – back of the shoulders, lower back, buttocks, and hamstrings.
Equipment
Stability ball.
Exercise
Technique
1. Kneel down with the ball in front of you.
2. Place your stomach on the ball and roll forward
until you have both hands on the floor. Your legs
should be straight behind you on your toes. Keep
your legs a little wider than hip width for better
balance.
3. Lift your right arm and left leg up to hip
level.
4. Slowly lower down.
5. Do the desired number of repetitions then switch
sides.
Performance
Tips
1. Exhale as you lift; inhale as you lower down.
2. Look down at the floor but keep your neck in
line with your spine.
3. Lift and lengthen.
4. Make sure to contract your buttocks muscles
as you lift your leg to protect your back.
Repetitions
· Do 10 repetitions alternating sides.
· Hold for 10 seconds. Do three sets on
each side.