STOTT PILATES


Exercise of the Month: Obliques Roll Back

Targets rectus abdominis, obliques, hip flexors and extensors, scapular stabilizers

STARTING POSITION

  • Sitting with legs bent and feet hip-distance apart. One hand resting on Mini Stability Ball slightly behind torso.

EXERCISE

To prepare, inhale…

  • EXHALE For three counts, rotating torso to side with ball, and curve lower back toward mat. Roll ball further away with each count.
  • INHALE Return to starting position.

    Complete 3-5 repetitions on each side.

Remember to start your workout with a warm-up routine. Go to www.stottpilates.com/warmup.

This exercise is excerpted from the Easy Start Poster included FREE with the purchase of any Mini Stability Ball Power Pack.

Find more exercises in the STOTT PILATES Manual Library comprised of over 10 titles that document the entire STOTT PILATES exercise repertoire.


Remember to start your workout with a warm-up routine. Go to stottpilates.com and click on warm up for a detailed description.

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If you experience pain or discomfort during exercise, stop immediately and consult your doctor. To reduce risk of injury, never force or strain during exercise.

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