Exercise Equipment and Setup

A pan or firm support under the upper back or head can substitute to ease the position when needed. A small towel, slightly rolled up, is placed under the neck as the other required prop. A small ball placed between the knees is required equipment for this exercise. A towel or similar slideable item placed under the feet is the only equipment required for this exercise. A chair, bench, or similar elevated surface is used to support the top leg during the exercise. The exercise requires a stool or similar seat positioned near a stable handhold. The handhold must allow the body to lean back safely while maintaining control. Suitable handholds include a bar or a kitchen sink. The exerciser lies on their side with the foot placed on the wall and the knee aligned with the head. The drill requires three pieces of equipment: a foam roller, a ball, and a wall. The foam roller is placed under the knee so it can receive downward pressure from the knee. Household objects such as a paper towel roll or coffee can may substitute for a ball when one is unavailable. A ball placed between the knees is the primary piece of equipment for the drill. A weight held in the hands is also required during…