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Exercise of the Month: Side Angle Stretch
Flexibility and strength in the non-target side hip and mid-body are critical to making a good transition and powerful turn through
the ball. This exercise has an added benefit of stretching the target side of the mid-body to help you maintain your body position
as you begin the downswing and make a powerful turn through the impact. Try it in the morning and in the evening for the best
results and BREATHE DEEPLY in and out!
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Begin with your non-target side leg forward bent at 90 degrees. Both feet should press into the ground so the legs are "active"
Notice the direction of the feet in this starting position
Let the hand reach down to the ground as close to palm flat as possible. If you can, reach the opposite hand to the sky. Twist the mid body feeling the energy in the hip of the bent leg. You will feel a stretch along the side with the arm in the sky and strengthening along the side near the thigh.
If you feel comfortable doing the side angle stretch with the palm flat on the floor and the opposite arm to the sky, try this variation. Maintain strong legs and mid body support while both arms reach out over your head. Remember to BREATHE!
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