How to Do Leg Lifts (pilates)

This is a good exercise to tone that derriere of yours. This exercise targets the back of your thighs and your butt. it's easy, yet effective. Add this exercise to your current pilates workout or any kind of workout. It can also be used during a stretch routine.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• wear comfortable clothes that you can move freely in.

1. Lie on your belly, face down your forehead resting on your hands. Keep legs extended and straight with knees resting on the ground and point your toes. Establish good breathing rhythm. Take a deep breath in thew your nose and out threw your mouth. Squeeze your abdominal muscles so you have a good stable center.

2. Take a deep breath in and as you exhale lift one leg off the ground about 10-12 inches. Hold in for a moment and lower in back down.

3. Lift the opposite leg and repeat this movement. Remember to keep breathing and keep your abs tight so you don't roll. Do each leg 6-12 times.