Exercise Ball Exercises - Squat Leg Raise

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Exercise Ball Exercises - Squat Leg Raise

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Starting Position	These exercise ball exercises require you to place the exercise ball against the wall at mid back height. Stabilize the ball between your back and the wall. Place your hand on your thighs, at your sides or cross your arms over your chest. Take a step out from the wall. Place your feet hip width apart and maintain a neutral spine. While keeping your trunk stable and your chest up, slowly lower yourself down until your thighs are horizontal.
Action	Straighten one knee. Hold this position.
Prime Movers	Quadriceps, glutes, hips, and trunk.
Physio Tips	Don't allow your hips to sag or your back to arch To avoid knee injury be sure that your knees do not move beyond the tip of your toes.
Progression	Hold a weight across your chest. Try Single Leg Side Squat. Try Squat Leg Raise (ball high).

Hold this position for 5 seconds and repeat 5 times.

2balls

Hold this position for 10 seconds and repeat 5 times.

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Hold this position for 30 seconds and repeat 3 times.

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