Insider's Guide to Pilates
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Pages in this Story:
- Try It Now
- 1. The Hundred
- 2. Roll-Down
- 3. Single-Leg Circle
- 4. Rolling Like a Ball
- 5. Single-Leg Stretch
- 6. Spine Stretch Forward
- 7. Side Kicks Front
- Get It Right
- Our Favorite Pilates DVDs
7. Side Kicks Front
Works abs, butt
Lie on your left side at the back edge of the mat, cradling your head in your left hand with elbow bent. Keep right hand on the mat just in front of your waist. Bring your legs 45 degrees in front of your body. Lift right leg to hip height; inhale while kicking right foot forward, keeping foot flexed and hips stacked. Exhale as you bring right leg back, reaching through your toes and bringing it just slightly behind your body, as far as your hips will allow without rocking. Do 5 to 10 sets; switch sides and repeat.
Next: Get It Right
