Toy Soldier Dynamic Stretch
Walking forward, each straight leg kicks up toward the opposite outstretched hand; the backs of the legs stretch with every step.
How to do it
Setup
Standing tall with space ahead, both arms straight out in front at shoulder height.
Steps
- Step forward and swing the other straight leg up toward the opposite hand.
- Lower it into the next step and kick with the other leg.
- Keep the trunk upright and kick higher only as the legs loosen.
Common mistakes
Rounding forward to meet the foot: the leg comes up to the hand, not the chest down to the leg. Kicking hard from cold: start low and build. Bending the kicking knee: keep the leg straight so its back stretches.
Breathing
Steady with the rhythm.
