#66 - Quadruped Cross Crawl

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Dr. Ezgur performing Quadruped Cross Crawl exersise Leg Drag
Leg Drag
Dr. Ezgur performing Quadruped Cross Crawl exersise Leg Raise
Leg Raise
Dr. Ezgur performing Quadruped Cross Crawl exersise Leg & Arm Raise
Leg & Arm Raise

Purpose:

Strengthen core muscles, which promotes spinal stability and decreased pain.

Where to Feel it:

Mostly in your abs, somewhat in your glutes. But little to no back tension.

Description:

Assume a version of the spinal ready position (#104), while on your hands-and-knees. From this position, perform the following maneuvers in order of difficulty. Do not progress to the next level of difficulty unless you are able to maintain the stable spinal ready position throughout the entire movement.

  • Arm Raise (not pictured): slowly raise just one arm in front of you. Hold for several seconds, and then slowly lower back down.
  • Leg Drag: slowly drag one leg backwards along the floor until it is straight. Then pull it back in slowly.
  • Leg Raise: After dragging leg back until it is straight, slowly lift it up off the floor. Hold, then lower slowly.
  • Leg & Arm Raise: Combine movements #1 & #3, moving arm and opposite leg in synch with each other.
  • Tip:

    Remember to always keep breathing!

    Reps:

    5-10 each leg, pausing for 2-3 seconds.

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