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By Marguerite Ogle, About.com Guide to Pilates

Exercise of the Week - Double Leg Kick

Wednesday January 14, 2009
pilates pictureDouble leg kick is a powerful exercise. It develops a lot of flexibility and strength in the back, and it is a great stretch for the chest and shoulders. Double leg kick also trains us to activate and strengthen the hamstrings.

As both an intermediate level exercise and an intense stretch, double leg kick may not be for you. Beginners will want to work their way into double leg kick by practicing swan, swimming and single leg kick, as will those who if you have back or shoulder problems.

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Comments

November 30, 2007 at 12:55 pm
(1) tarik says:

Cool!

November 30, 2007 at 1:01 pm
(2) Pilates method France says:

Thanks very much for this article!

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