Exercise 2: Medial Leg Raise

Question 1

PURPOSE

Answer 1

Strengthens the inner thigh and hip muscles

Question 2

STARTING POSITION

Answer 2

• Lay on the left side with the left leg extended to the side.
• The right leg is bent at 90 degrees with the right foot flat on the ground behind the left leg.
• Support the upper body with the 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

• Keep the hips facing forward, the body is in a generally straight line.
• Keep the toes facing forward on the bottom leg.
• Place the top hand over the stomach throughout the exercise.
• Do not raise the bottom foot higher than 6-8 inches above the ground.

Question 4

CADENCE

Answer 4

Slow