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Pregnant Plié:
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Stand parallel to the back of
a sturdy chair with the hand
closest to the chair resting
on it, feet parallel and
hip-distance apart.
•
Turn your toes and knees out
to 45 degrees and pull your
belly button up and in.
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Bend your knees, lowering
your torso as low as
possible while keeping
your back straight.
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Straighten your legs to
return to starting position.
Do this for 3 sets of
10 - 12 repetitions.
Leg Lifts:
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Lie on your right side, with
your forearm supporting
your head.
•
Bend your right leg at a 45
degree angle and place
your left leg straight.
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Put your opposite arm on the
floor for stability. Lift your left
leg to hip height and repeat.
Next, bend your left knee
and rest it on top of pillows
for support. Straighten your
right leg and lift it as high
as possible. Repeat 10 - 12
times on each side.