Purpose:

Sense how the orthopedic structure automatically manipulates and supports the body weight. The activation of these involuntary muscles are beyond our control. This exercise also develops feet and leg muscles, as well as teaches how to get in and out of a chair gracefully. Can you now imagine how much the body really weights?

Position:

Sit in chair with hips and back touching the back of the chair; feet approximately 18 inches apart, flat on floor; arms relaxed on side.

Approach:

Thrust head and trunk down and forward over the knees until leg automatically straightens and forces the body to an effortless and natural standing position. Flex knees, sit, and rock up again. Repeat.

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Disclaimer:

I am not a qualified physician. As with all exercise programs, when using these routines and examples shown, you need to use common sense. To reduce and avoid injury, you may want to check with your doctor before beginning any fitness program. By performing these exercises, you are performing them at your own risk. Theoryofexercise.com will not be responsible or liable for any injury or harm you sustain as a result of this information shared on this website.