How to Do
How to Do Stork Hold Arms Out Single Leg Balance
The stork holding arms out single leg balance should begin with a good posture to avoid injury. Brace the spine by drawing your lower abdomen inward. Your core muscles should be activated to support your posture as you perform the exercise.
If any pain is experienced, immediately stop the stork and hold arms out in single leg balance.
Beginning
Beginning Balance of a Stork on One Leg
Stand up straight and lift your left knee off the ground with your foot. Count to 20 slowly, and then stop for the first time.
Movement
Balance of a Stork on One Leg Movement
1. Start by standing tall, back straight, shoulders back, and chest out.
2. Your arms will be up to your sides so your body will make a T-shape.
3. One leg is going to be slightly bent and always on the ground.
4. Bring your body forward so that the other leg goes straight behind you.
5. Keep your arms to the side where they have been since the start of the exercise.
6. Position your body so that it's parallel to the ground. You want it to be as straight as possible.
7. Hold this position for the appropriate amount of time.
8. After completion, return to the starting position and you can switch legs so that the one that kicked back is now on the ground and slightly bent.
Benefits
Balance of a Stork on One Leg Benefits
The standing stork test tracks an athlete's progress in maintaining balance in a static position. This test measures an athlete's balance because the more balance an athlete has, the better he or she can perform on the field and the fewer injuries they are likely to experience.
