How Do You Do The Double Leg Stretch In Pilates?
The Pilates double-leg stretch is one of the exercises you’ll want to master in the first few lessons of your Pilates workouts. The goal of this exercise is to allow you to stretch and strengthen your lower back and your thighs. The steps to the double-leg stretch are simple, but mastering how to do this exercise does take time. Lie in the beginning Pilates position with your spine neutral, or comfortably aligned, and your navel pulled in. You’ll always come back to this position for any new Pilates exercise because it allows you to center yourself. Pull your knees up to your chest with your legs together. Use your arms to “hug” your knees. If you are a beginner to Pilates, you’ll want to leave your head on the mat. After a few sessions, you should be able to lift and tuck your head as you do this exercise. Extend your arms and legs out. Your arms should extend out at a 45-degree angle above your head with your legs in the same manner below your body. Over time, you can work up to lowe
