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Movements

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1 Leg Balancing - Contralateral Alphabet on Pad

January 14, 2009

Starting Position

  • Standing on one leg on balance pad or other soft surface

Procedure

  • While balancing on one leg with knee slightly bent, write the alphabet in the air with the other leg while keeping the knee straight
  • Switch legs and repeat for prescribed number of repetitions

Coaching Keys 

  • Do not allow any movement through your trunk during the exercise
  • Move leg from the hip, keeping the leg straight

You Should Feel It

  • Working both hips and challenging your balance

Tags: Prehab, Stability, Hip, Balance

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