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Full Maltese

An exercise for the Waist - correct movement demonstrated with detailed steps.

Body partWaist Target muscleAbs EquipmentBody Weight

Step by step

  1. Start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart and your arms extended straight out to the sides.
  2. Slowly lean forward, keeping your arms straight, until your upper body is parallel to the ground.
  3. Engage your core and hold this position for a few seconds.
  4. Return to the starting position by pushing through your feet and standing back up.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Abs (primary)ShouldersChest

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