Abs Mat Flow #37
Specific Focus Mat
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10m
No props
Class notes:
1. Seated abs (1) knees bent, feet on mat, arms reach forward - roll back to c curve, return to seated, (2) roll back halfway, reach arms over head, return to seated, lower arms in front of shoulders, (3) roll back halfway, circle arms out and around as you return to seated, reverse direction
2. Supine abs (1) dead bug, (2) double leg stretch, (3) hold in curl - bicycle legs, (4) single straight leg stretch
3. Hundreds variation - 10 arm pumps per variation (1) legs in table top, (2) right leg to ceiling, (3) lower right leg to hover, (4) legs in table top, (5) left leg to ceiling, (6) lower left leg to hover, (7) legs in table top, (8) both legs to ceiling, (9) lower both legs to hover, (10) lower and lift both legs
4. Rolling like a ball
5. Seated abs with legs in table top (1) alternating toe taps, (2) scissor toe taps, (3) double toe taps
DISCLAIMER: Please consult your doctor or health care professional before starting this workout. If you experience pain or discomfort at any time during this workout, you should stop immediately. By performing these exercises, you do so at your own risk. By using this video, you understand and agree that AO Pilates will not be held responsible or liable for any injury or loss you may suffer as a result of this workout video.
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