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Pilates Double-Leg Stretch

Pilates core-control drill extending both arms and legs away from a curled tabletop position before returning to the knee hug.

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Pilates Double-Leg Stretch demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

AbsObliquesHip Flexors

Equipment

Bodyweight

Sets × reps

3 × 10

Rest

45 sec

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Lie on your back and curl the head and shoulders up with both knees hugged in.
  2. 02Reach the arms overhead and extend both legs forward on the inhale.
  3. 03Keep the lower back controlled and choose a higher leg angle if needed.
  4. 04Circle the arms around and pull the knees back in on the exhale.
  5. 05Repeat smoothly without letting the neck take over.

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