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| October 01, 2002 | Mehalic, Jessica | COPYRIGHT 2002 Hearst Communications, reprinted with permission of Hearst. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

THE MOVE TO MASTER: LEG EXTENSION BRIDGE

Start on your back with your knees bent. Engage your abdominal and back muscles by squeezing your abs tightly. Relax your head and shoulders on the floor (1). Extend your left leg up, with a straight knee if possible. With your right foot, push away from the floor on an exhale (2), then inhale as you slowly return your hips to the ground. You should feel a slight burn in your hamstrings and glutes. Do 10 reps per leg four times a week and you should see results in about two weeks.

BONUS BODY WORK

* Ride the stationary bike, concentrating on the pull-up of the pedals to tax hamstrings. Do for 20 to 35 minutes.

* Use the elliptical machine at a ...

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