Ben's Program to Improve Lower Body Aligment
Core issue to correct: posterior pelvic, hyperextended knees
Program to Improve Posterior Pelvic Tilt
In order to correct your posterior pelvic tilt and hyper extended knees, focus on the following elements:
- Stretching and mobility: hamstrings and calf stretching, stretching upper abs
- Strengthening: hip flexor and low back strengthening exercises
Stretches to perform
Hamstring stretching:
- Downward dog: 20-30 second sets x 3-5 sets
- Static stretching (hamstring stretch): 1-2 sets, 1 minute each
Strengthening Exercises to perform
Low back and hip flexor strengthening
- Superman (10 reps, and then 1 minute hold)
- Hip Flexor Strengthening (10 reps and then hold)