The Pilates Single Leg Stretch.
A fun way to stretch and tone at the same time with simple mat Pilates.

1. Lie on the mat, scooping your belly, raise your upper body and INHALE as you bend your right knee to your chest.

2. Extend your left leg straight out at a 45 degree angle.

3. EXHALE as you switch legs for 10 repetitions. Then repeat beginning with the left knee bent to the chest. Stay lifted and perfectly still in your torso.

Do not lift forward from the neck. Make sure you are not lowering the extended leg below a level that allows you to maintain a flat back.


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