Purpose: Get into a deeper hip stretch with this standing pigeon hold. This exercise is great for those that sit a lot and for those who aren't challenge by the resting pigeon pose.
Focus: External hip rotatation, turnout, hip flexibilty, low back flexibillity, back tension relief.
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Knee bridge with backbend and arm mov...
Purpose: This exercise will help skaters improve their upper back flexibility while maintaining a similar position to the layback and haircutter to help mimic the position on the ice.
Focus: core control, upper back flexibility, glute strength. -
Bridge pose with hand movement progre...
Purpose: Skaters can use this exercise to open their upper body and help grab their beillmann easier.
Focus: upper back flexibility, beillmann, core strength, glute strength -
Advanced-Elite: Heels elevated seated...
Purpose: This stretch is a progression from a seated forward fold after skaters are able to reach their toes. The yoga blocks add extra difficulty
Focus: Lower body flexibility, seated forward fold progression, hamstring flexibility
