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April 1, 2008
Yoga Tips for Women: Kneeling side plank and Full side plank
Kneeling side plank and Full side plank- This is a moderate to intense pose. Great for working/stretching the abdominal muscles and shoulders.
1. From plank position drop one knee. Keeping the same palm as the dropped knee flat on the mat with your arm extended. Raise the opposite arm towards the sky, and the opposite leg extended.
2. Open your chest, keep top half of the body in alignment, and core tight. Your hips should be open and your chin pointed towards your raised hand
3. To make the pose a full side plank extend the bended knee out with the other foot. Hold this pose for 3 to 5 breaths.
This Yoga tip brought to you by the Dallas Personal Trainers from Lady Trainers To Go.
Posted by Dallas Personal Trainer at April 1, 2008 2:23 PM
