4/19/23

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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