Nice Thighs
(Stretches quadriceps)
While standing on one leg, bend the knee of the opposite leg and grab the foot behind your back with both hands (or use one arm to hold something to stay balanced). Pull the foot toward your butt while lifting your chest forward and squeezing your shoulder blades together. Keep your knees together and abs pulled in to support your lower back. Hold 20 seconds and switch legs
While standing on one leg, bend the knee of the opposite leg and grab the foot behind your back with both hands (or use one arm to hold something to stay balanced). Pull the foot toward your butt while lifting your chest forward and squeezing your shoulder blades together. Keep your knees together and abs pulled in to support your lower back. Hold 20 seconds and switch legs
From the April 2007 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine
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