6 Stretches for a Lean, Limber Body

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5. Split Squat

Target: Quads, Calves

Stand with feet hip-width apart.
Step right foot about 12 inches in front.
Curl toes of your left leg under; keep weight equal between both feet. Interlace fingers, placing hands under ribs; press shoulders down away from ears.
Tighten the muscles of your pelvic floor; tuck your pelvis under and squeeze glutes.
Slowly bend both knees, coming down in 3 counts; feel the stretch along the left quad.
Press into floor to rise back to start in 3 counts.
Do 5 reps; switch legs and repeat.

Next: 6. Quadrupeds

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