How to do Pilates: Beginning Level
Using a Stability Ball

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Leg Lifts

LEG LIFTS:

1. Kneel with the ball to your right side.

2. Lie on your side over the ball.

3. Straighten your left leg and position your right hand on the floor directly under your shoulder or on the ball.

 4. With your left foot flexed, lift your left leg straight up in the air until it is at a 90 degree angle.

(see Figure 6)

5. Repeat 10-15 times, then switch sides.

 

left lifts

Figure 6: Lifting Left Leg