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Bend your elbows just a bit, and pull your abs inward.
Then, bring your foot a couple of inches out to the back right corner of the mat.
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Squeeze it as you return to the starting position.
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Lie on your side.
Keep your shoulders relaxed, and activate the right side of your body by pushing away from the mat.
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Bend your left knee, and position your left foot on the ground next to your right knee.
Straighten your right leg to the right corner of your mat, flexing that foot.
Leg Raises:Activate your adductors by raising your leg as high as possible.
Pulse your leg upward and then down.
Smith points out that these pulses should be tiny movementsjust an inch up and an inch back down.
Stand up for the last few exercises.
For the final set-up, stand tall with your feet hip-width distance apart.
Bend your knees just a bit, and activate your core muscles.
Your shoulders should be lined up with your hips.
Step into the position you started in, and repeat the motion.
Bring your leg up about six inches off the floor, pointing your toe up.
Lower it back down, and repeat the motion.
