Hip Openers
Playlist 5 - Strength/ Conditioning • 21m
This series can be practiced after a basic warm up, before beginning an Adavu practice.
The hip opener series will help you navigate through tight hips. It will help you mobilise your hips and enable you to push your thighs back while sitting in Araimandi. Please do this in combination with strength exercises for maximum benefit.
Fun pointer: Try your Araimandi, before and after this series, and tag us on Instagram ! @raadhakalpa @dancerukmini
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This introduces the flat back and builds muscles in the back. It is recommended that you do this sequence after you lengthen your hamstrings to prevent your back from curving. It also introduces a lowering action on your quadriceps which will help build stronger legs.
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Arm Strength
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