Lesson instructions:
Read the exercise instructions
Watch the video
Read key teaching phrases and contraindications
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Instructional video coming soon!
Key teaching phrases
- “Maintain a natural curve in your lower back”
- “Relax your shoulders and upper body”
- “This should not hurt your lower back – if it does you may be too tense”
- “Don’t let your knee move beyond your toes”
- “Ensure your knee is in line with your second toe”
Contraindications
- Knee pain during or after this exercise
- Recent knee surgery