Single Straight Leg Stretch
Progressive Layers Inspiration
These are examples and designed to spark your own creativity. I have only done one or two repetitions of each layer. When teaching you should do as many repetitions as appropriate for your group and stop at the level when everyone has been sufficiently challenged. Encourage people to stay at a level that suits them on that day.
Make it easier
Make it more challenging
Special Considerations
Prenatal considerations
Not appropriate for clients over 20 weeks gestation due to the prolonged supine position.
Over 20 weeks they would need to be propped up so their back is at around a 45° angle.
Osteoporosis considerations
Not appropriate for osteoporotic clients due to the loaded spine flexion.
Modify the movement to keep the spine in a natural position with the head on the floor. The lowering leg will most likely need to be kept higher.
Add load challenge by reaching both hands to the wall behind you.
Done-For-You Sequences
Below are sequences which contain this exercise. Use them as they are or as inspiration!