Saturday, August 23, 2008

Combination Moves: Balance and Legs

Stand with legs shoulder-width apart and knees slightly bent. Lift your right leg as high as possible. Your foot can be pointed or flexed. Bring it back to starting position. Now lift it to the right. Bring it back to starting position. Now lift it to the back. Do five sets of five repetitions. After a few weeks, do five sets of ten repetitions. Repeat for the left leg. This dance moves test and improve your balance, hip flexibility, and leg strength and tone.

Disclaimer: None of the above information can be taken as a substitute for advice from a medical professional, such as a physician.

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