Exercise 1: Lateral Leg Raise

Question 1

PURPOSE

Answer 1

Strengthens lateral hip and upper leg muscles

Question 2

STARTING POSITION

Answer 2

• Lay on the right side with the legs straight to the side and the toes pointed straight ahead.
• Support the upper body with the right elbow.
• The elbow is bent at 90 degrees, the upper arm is perpendicular to the ground and the right hand makes a fist vertical to the ground.

(NOTE) Face to the front of the formation, maintaining a generally straight line with the body with the hips forward and shoulders back so as to not arch the back.

Question 3

CHECKPOINTS

Answer 3

• Face to the front of the formation, maintaining a generally straight line with the body.
• On Counts 1 & 3, keep the knee of the raised leg straight and the foot pointed forward. The top leg raises no more than 6-8 inches above the ground.
• Place the top hand over the stomach throughout the exercise

Question 4

CADENCE

Answer 4

Slow