The start of the Aleknas loading pattern, with the lowest load, is the variety that only utilises arm movement. The lengthening of the arms, when done with the cuing for the abdominal/back positioning, can start to place work into the upper portion of the abdominals whilst getting lower levels of stress into the lower part of the abdominals whilst they are in a safe, short position.
Aleknas - Arms
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