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Band Exercise for Core Strength and Balance
Build balance and core strength with this dynamic band exercise

By Elizabeth Quinn, About.com

Created: September 04, 2008

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This dynamic band exercise builds balance and core strength. The rotational movement of the exercise challenges the lower body through the entire movement.

  • Stand on your left leg and bend your knee slightly.
  • Hold the exercise band with your right hand so that your elbow is fully extended.
  • With a quick, but controlled motion pull the band toward you and down and across your body in a throwing motion.
  • Repeat the movement 15-20 times and switch sides.
  • Perform 2 sets on each leg.
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