It’s time for another White Label Exercise Explainer of the Week! 🌟 Following our theme this week of Flexibility, we’re stretching & strengthening with the “Downdog to Spider Lunge”! 🧘♀️💪
How to do the Downdog to Spider Lunge:
- Start in a high plank position with your hands directly under your shoulders.
- Press back into a downward-facing dog by lifting your hips towards the ceiling and pressing your heels towards the floor.
- From the downdog position, step your right foot forward towards the outside of your right hand, bringing your knee close to your right shoulder.
- Keep your left leg straight and strong, with your heel lifted.
- Hold the spider lunge for a moment, feeling the stretch in your hips and inner thighs.
- Return to the downdog position and repeat on the other side.
Check out the video to learn more & see this exercise in action …
I love this move so much as we’re combining strengthening with stretching!
Benefits of the Downdog to Spider Lunge:
🌟 Increases flexibility in the hips, hamstrings, and groin.
🌟 Strengthens the arms, shoulders, and core.
🌟 Improves balance and coordination.
🌟 Enhances overall body awareness and mindfulness.
Coaching Cues:
🔹 Engage your core to maintain stability throughout the movement.
🔹 Keep your shoulders away from your ears and your neck long.
🔹 Press firmly through your hands and fingertips to maintain proper alignment.
🔹 Focus on smooth, controlled movements, rather than rushing through the exercise.
Common Mistakes to Avoid:
❌ Allowing the hips to sink towards the floor in the spider lunge.
❌ Collapsing through the shoulders and upper back.
❌ Holding the breath – remember to breathe deeply and rhythmically throughout the movement.
❌ Forcing the stretch – listen to your body and only go as far as feels comfortable.
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Ooooooo … I’m so excited for our white label workout tomorrow! It’s an EPIC Stretch & Strength session!! YUP – a white label workout for you to rebrand and reshare – featuring the Downdog to Spider Lunge! Check back tomorrow …
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