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This Pilates move boosts both spinal rotation and hamstring flexibility.

How to The Saw

Starting Position

1. Sit with your legs spread wide and your spine straight.

2. Extend your arms to the sides.

Proper Form

1. Rotate your upper body and bend down so that your hands are facing the opposite foot.

2. Give a short pulse and then come back.

Breathing Technique

Exhale when you bend down, and inhale when you come back up.

Precautions

1. Fix your sit bones to prevent your pelvis from rotating.

2. Maintain the length of your spine to keep your upper body stable.

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About

How to The Saw

Starting Position

Proper Form

Breathing Technique

Precautions

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The Saw Related Reading

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