Neutral Elevated Bent-Knee to Froggy Leg Extension
The Neutral Elevated Bent-Knee to Froggy Leg Extension mainly works the core, with help from the hip adductors (inner thighs). No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
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Neutral Elevated Bent-Knee to Froggy Leg Extension Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis)
Secondary
Deep Core (transverse abdominis); Hip Adductors
How to do the Neutral Elevated Bent-Knee to Froggy Leg Extension
Setup
Begin by sitting on a yoga mat, propped up on your forearms with your elbows directly under your shoulders.
Engage your core to keep your spine neutral and your back stable against the floor.
Lift your legs, bending your knees to 90 degrees in a tabletop position.
Execution
The Frog Pose: Start with your knees bent and feet together, allowing your knees to drop slightly outward into a 'frog' position.
The Extension: Extend your legs outward, straightening them while maintaining the external rotation of your hips.
The Return: With control, draw your feet back together and return to the tabletop 'frog' starting position.
Keep your lower back pressed toward the mat throughout the entire movement by maintaining strong abdominal engagement.
Neutral Elevated Bent-Knee to Froggy Leg Extension FAQs
What muscles does the Neutral Elevated Bent-Knee to Froggy Leg Extension work?
The Neutral Elevated Bent-Knee to Froggy Leg Extension mainly works the core, with help from the hip adductors (inner thighs). The main muscles are the rectus abdominis.
What equipment do you need for the Neutral Elevated Bent-Knee to Froggy Leg Extension?
None. The Neutral Elevated Bent-Knee to Froggy Leg Extension is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
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