Swiss Ball Opposite Arm and Leg Lift
Muscle Groups: Lower back, Glutes
Swiss Ball Opposite Arm and Leg Lift focuses on Lower back, Glutes, with Hamstrings, Lats working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Swiss Ball Opposite Arm and Leg Lift with proper form and technique.
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Lie prone on a stability ball with your stomach and hips supported, extending your body so your hands are on the floor in front of you and your feet are on the floor behind you.
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Engage your core and simultaneously lift your right arm straight forward and your left leg straight backward until they are parallel to the floor.
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Slowly lower your right arm and left leg back to the starting position.
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Now, simultaneously lift your left arm straight forward and your right leg straight backward until they are parallel to the floor.
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Slowly lower your left arm and right leg back to the starting position to complete one repetition.
Secondary Muscles
While Swiss Ball Opposite Arm and Leg Lift primarily targets Lower back, Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hamstrings, Lats . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Swiss Ball Opposite Arm and Leg Lift, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Swiss Ball Opposite Arm and Leg Lift, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
