We give moms a total body workout at Stroller Strides. But sometimes, you need some exercises that you can do from home. Here's a great lower body shaper! 

From the side lying position wrap the tubing around the feet. The image above shows the exercise with a flat band, however, it can also be performed with a standard tube.

Lay down with head on the hand on the ground and hold the ends of the tube with the top arm. Start by simply raising and lowering the top leg into abduction. Change the movement up by adding a little hip extension to alter the emphasis.

Reminders

- Core should remain tight to support the spine
- Keep hips “square” and do not allow pelvis to rock forwards and back as the leg lifts and the hip extends.
- BREATHE

Modifications

To decrease intensity, drop the tubing altogether and perform without any resistance.

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