Lying leg circle

Technique

1. Lie on your back with your legs together and arms at your sides.
2. Lift one leg toward the ceiling until it is vertical.
3. Draw a large, controlled circle in the air with your foot, moving it out to the side, down, and back to the start.

Form tips

1. Keep your lower back in contact with the ground throughout the movement.
2. Maintain a fully straight leg with toes pointed.

Similar Exercises

• Sitting straddle hands push
• Assisted sitting straddle stretch
• One-leg sitting pike compression
• Kneeling hamstring stretch
• Half kneeling hip opener

Equipment

• Ground (hands or body)