Flying Splits / Arabesque
Movement:
Splits: Eccentric Hip Flexion & Extension
Leg Lift: Concentric Flexion & Extension
Benefits of this movement:
Mobilises and strengthens the movement at the hip.
Progressions:
Lighter Load = Harder
Knee Tuck
Knee Tuck w Rotation
Knee Tuck w Leg Kick Through / Both Sides
Round Back
Flat Back
Pushup
Arabesque
Pendulum Leg Sweeps
Regression:
Stronger Load = Easier
Long Leg Pike
Muscle Groups:
Hamstrings, Psoas, Rectus Femorus, Glutes , Quad
Spring Tensions:
Fundamental: 1R
Intermediate/ Sculpt: 1B, 1R, 1RY
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