Dancer Bend
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Equipment
The Dancer Bend is a dynamic exercise focusing on improving flexibility and strength, particularly targeting the core and stability muscles. It involves a wide-legged stance and reaching motions that engage the obliques and glutes. This move enhances balance and coordination, making it beneficial for overall body conditioning.
How to do it
- Stand with feet wider than shoulder-width apart, toes pointing slightly out.
- Bend the knees into a squat, lowering your hips while keeping the chest upright.
- Extend one arm overhead, reaching sideways while engaging the core.
- Switch arms, maintaining the squat position, and repeat the reach on the opposite side.
- Continue alternating arms for desired repetitions, focusing on maintaining balance.
Muscles worked
Primary Gluteus Maximus Obliques Quadriceps
Secondary Deltoid Lateral Erector Spinae Gluteus Medius
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