Exercise of the week (W29) Strengthening of muscles to straighten the body (Ex 61)

Objectives

• Body stabilisation

Posture/foot position

• Basic position
• Bend upper part of the body in the vertical position to the front (45°)
• Arms hang down, knees slightly bent

Movement execution

• Bend elbows until the hands are at shoulder height
• Slowly straighten upper part of the body 
• Move arms towards the ceiling 
• No movement in the legs 
• Return slowly in a controlled manner to the starting position

Frequency, position and duration

Where does it vibrate?

• Thighs
• Back 
• Shoulder 
• Neck

Common errors

• Knees bent too much
• Bending of the back