The 8-Minute Better-Back Workout

Extended Leg Pose

Stretches hamstrings; strengthens abs

• Lie faceup with knees bent, feet on floor; take 3 deep breaths.
• a. Exhale and hug left knee to chest.
• b. Inhaling, extend left leg over hip. Exhaling, hug it in. Do 3 reps.
• On fourth rep, keep leg up and circle ankle four times in each direction.
• Hug knee in; lower foot. Switch sides; repeat.
• Exhale and hug both knees to chest for 3 breaths.