Technique
- Lie on your back with your legs together and arms at your sides.
- Lift one leg toward the ceiling until it is vertical.
- Draw a large, controlled circle in the air with your foot, moving it out to the side, down, and back to the start.
Form tips
- Keep your lower back in contact with the ground throughout the movement.
- Maintain a fully straight leg with toes pointed.
Logging: Work each side for the time indicated.
Muscles
Flexibility
Primary
- Glutes
- Hamstrings
- Hip adductors
Secondary
- Legs
- Pelvis
Equipment
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