Opposite-Arm Reach

The reach should happen together with the kick and exhale. The opposite-arm reach increases coordination and stability demands while preserving the hip-separation goal. The toe reach crosses the body so the arm opposite the initially straight leg touches that foot. When the right leg is straight during the rollback, the left hand reaches toward the right foot. Each repetition changes both the initially straight leg and the opposite arm used for the toe touch. The drill can be progressed by lifting the opposite arm and reaching it forward while continuing the wall push. The cross-body reach is part of the dynamic alternating movement used in the activity. If the opposite-arm lift is too difficult, both hands can remain down in the original all-fours position.