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Exercise Ball Exercises - Reverse Plank Heel Raise

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Starting Position
  • These exercise ball exercises require you to kneel on the floor in front of the ball and slide forward so that you are lying over the ball with the ball situated under your feet.
  • Contract your abdominals so that your back remains straight.
  • Roll the ball forward to bring your knees under your hips.
Action
  • Lift one foot off the ball and then lower it.
Prime Movers
  • Glutes, hamstrings
Physio Tips
  • Do not lock your elbows.
  • Keep your neck straight and chin tucked to avoid neck strain.
  • If you find this difficult go back to the Reverse Plank Knee Tuck, and try holding that position.
Progression


1ballsRepeat this ball exercise 5 times.

2ballsRepeat this ball exercise 10 times.

3ballsRepeat this ball exercise 20 times.




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