The BEST study participants supplemented their diets with Citracal® calcium citrate.
Combined with Citracal® supplementation, these exercises were clinically proven to significantly improve bone mineral density.
Foot Lift With Knees Up (Abdominal Exercise 6 of 8)
The abdominal exercises selected for the BEST exercise program are important for maintaining posture and stability of the lumbar spine. The BEST researchers recommend performing lower abdominal exercises rather than the classic sit-up or curl.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Please read before performing exercises.
Execution
Hold a pelvic tilt and start with legs positioned as in the knees up exercise.
Lower one foot so that the sole of the foot is one inch off the floor.
Hold for 10 seconds. Alternate legs. Repeat 3 times per foot.
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Leg Slides with Knees Up (Abdominal Exercise 7 of 8)
Reprinted, by permission, from T. Lohman, S. Going, L. Houtkooper, L. Metcalfe, T. Antoniotti-Guido, and V. Stanford. 2004. The BEST Program for Osteoporosis Prevention. Tucson, AZ: DSWFitness.
