Leg Swings
Isometric exercises use a static muscular contraction against resistance used in a holding position. The Leg Swing is an isometric exercise designed to help increase your strength from the thoracic muscles in your back, your core, your hip abductors, and adductors.
Procedure:
Get into ‘The Bridge.’ Dig your left heel into the exercise ball. Take your right leg and swing it open and to the right, this is working your abductor. Hold it for a second and now swing your right leg over to the left side. This is working your adductor. Keep repeating side to side until you lose form. Switch legs and repeat.
Tips:
- Drive your hands into the ground.
- Make sure you push the back of your head into the ground to engage your spine.
- Go slow at first and then speed up as you begin to feel more comfortable.
- Keep the image of a bridge in your mind.
- Do this exercise with a friend so they can help check your posture.
Required Equipment:
Exercise Ball
Focus:
Dynamic Flexibility
Exceptional Core Strength
