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Alternating Arm Leg Reach

The Alternating Arm Leg Reach enhances balance, stability, and coordination. This core-engaging exercise effectively tones and strengthens muscles through controlled stretching of opposite limbs.

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Alternating Arm Leg Reach instructions

Step-by-step instructions

Get onto your hands and knees on a comfortable surface, like a yoga mat.

Extend your right arm forward and left leg backwards until they are level with your body.

Maintain a straight line from your fingertips through to your toes.

Slowly draw your right elbow and left knee together underneath your body.

Return your limbs to their extended positions, then switch to extend your left arm and right leg. Repeat this movement for your desired repetitions.

Get onto your hands and knees on a comfortable surface, like a yoga mat.

Extend your right arm forward and left leg backwards until they are level with your body.

Maintain a straight line from your fingertips through to your toes.

Slowly draw your right elbow and left knee together underneath your body.

Return your limbs to their extended positions, then switch to extend your left arm and right leg. Repeat this movement for your desired repetitions.

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