Thursday, May 17, 2007

A leg slide exercise for new moms

• Lie with your back on the floor and your knees bent.
• Tighten your abdominal muscles and press the small of your back against the floor as you breathe out.
• Slide both legs away from your body slowly, using your abdominal muscles to keep your back flat on the floor. • When your back starts to arch, bring your legs back to the start position — keep your stomach tight. Repeat eight to 10 times.Pay attention to your breathing throughout this exercise. Remember to tighten your abdominal muscles and flatten your back before you start sliding your legs away from you. As your stomach muscles strengthen, you'll find you can push out your legs farther.

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