GB Exercise Description
fig. 1a | fig. 1c |
fig. 1b | fig. 1d |
Exercise 1a – d Raise the upper body
Starting position: Adjust the length of your upper leg so that your upper legs lie just below the pelvic bone and the upper part of your body can still be freely moved. Place your feet on the bottom tubes. Grip the handles and secure your legs by means of the leg pads.
Performing the movements: The following 4 exercise variations (a
–d) represent the back exercises in the sequence of their loading intensity (arm position).
Beginners and people with hesitant movements may grip the handles to support their movement. The more advanced should place their hands on the neck or in the
training. Slowly bend your upper body forward out of the oblique position until the shown end (fig. 1c) position is reached. Then straighten your upper body again until the body is stretched, but do not strain. The vertebral column forms one line with the leg axis. Keep your back straight throughout these movements.
Action on: Back extensor, gluteal and back of the upper leg mu- scles.
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