Windmills

Stretching · Intermediate · Abductors

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Primary muscles
Abductors
Secondary
Glutes, Hamstrings, Lower Back
Force
Pull
Level
Intermediate

Muscles worked

Abductors

Also works: Glutes, Hamstrings, Lower Back

How to do itWindmills

  1. 1Lie on your back with your arms extended out to the sides and your legs straight. This will be your starting position.
  2. 2Lift one leg and quickly cross it over your body, attempting to touch the ground near the opposite hand.
  3. 3Return to the starting position, and repeat with the opposite leg. Continue to alternate for 10-20 repetitions.

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