Exercise
Leg Springs Frog
BeginnerBeginner Cadillac leg-springs exercise bending and extending the legs to build hip control and pelvic stability.
Setup instructions
Lie supine on the Cadillac with both feet or ankles secured in the leg springs. Begin with the knees bent, heels together or close, and pelvis level. Keep the arms long by the sides for support.
Breathing cues
Exhale to press out. Inhale to bend in.
Movement steps
- 1Inhale to prepare in the bent frog shape.
- 2Exhale to press the legs out to a long diagonal without locking the knees.
- 3Inhale to bend the knees back in, keeping the pelvis still.
- 4Repeat with even spring tension on both legs.
Common mistakes
Letting the knees splay too wide; arching the low back; snapping the springs; locking the knees; losing turnout control.
Safety notes
Keep the spring path smooth and the range manageable. Stop if the hips pinch or the low back begins to arch.
Connections
Muscles worked
Goals supported
Equipment needed
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FAQs
Is Leg Springs Frog suitable for beginners?
Yes. It is a foundational Cadillac leg-springs exercise as long as the springs are controlled and the leg range stays manageable.
What muscles does Leg Springs Frog work?
The hip flexors, glutes, and deep core coordinate the press out and bend in. The inner thighs also help maintain the frog shape.
What is Leg Springs Frog good for?
It builds hip control, pelvic stability, and beginner confidence with Cadillac leg springs.