The Core Progression

After completing your first set of toe raises, take a few deep breaths and lift your bent knees off the ground to 90 degrees. As you lift your knees off the ground extend your arms in the air, activate your arms and reach your fingers toward the ceiling. With a deep breath in, extend your arms overhead and straighten your legs, reaching your flexed feet out in front of you. Only extend your arms and legs as far as you can while maintaining your neutral spine. If you feel your spine begin to arch or your stomach "pop" toward the ceiling, shorten the movement. On an exhale, with the strength of your core muscles, return your knees to a 90 degree bend and your arms and fingers reaching toward the ceiling. Repeat this exercise 12-15 times immediately following a set of toe raises.

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