Move on from your arms and focus on your lower half. You can ease your quads and glutes into things with a half squat.
Since there’s balance involved, this exercise is also great for the core. Squats are great when weight training, too. When you feel comfortable, add a barbell to your move.
Duration: 2-6 sets, 10-15 reps each. If this is too intense, start off with a number of sets and reps that work best for you.
- Bending your legs, push
your butt back to a 45-degree angle, making sure not to position yourself in a
full sit. - Extend your arms straight
in front of you. - Pause for a second, then
slowly raise your body back up by pushing through your heels. Make sure not to
lock your knees when you return to a standing position. - Repeat.
Tomorrow: Get to steppin.’
Kelly Aiglon is a lifestyle journalist and brand strategist with a special focus on health, beauty, and wellness. When she’s not crafting a story, she can usually be found at the dance studio teaching Les Mills BODYJAM or SH’BAM. She and her family live outside of Chicago and you can find her on Instagram.