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Exercise Quote by Joan Crawford

“One of my favorite routines for keeping my rear in good form is to sit down on the floor and 'walk' across it on my buttocks, holding my arms out straight in front for balance, and then 'walk' back again, backwards. [...] For more hip improvement - and the waist, too - I lie on my back with my…” quote by Joan Crawford
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““One of my favorite routines for keeping my rear in good form is to sit down on the floor and 'walk' across it on my buttocks, holding my arms out straight in front for balance, and then 'walk' back again, backwards. [...] For more hip improvement - and the waist, too - I lie on my back with my elbows on the floor at my sides. With my legs straight out I make my knees touch the floor on either side, keeping my shoulders and elbows firmly on the floor. Then I stretch my arms out to the sides, I raise my knees as far as I can and bring them over my left shoulder to my left elbow, and then back and over to touch my right elbow. [...] When you succeeded in touching your elbows with your knees, then try to touch the floor.””

Joan Crawford

About This Quote

Source Interview: Fitness routine discussion, 1970s, personal health advice

Describes a floor‑based exercise sequence to strengthen core, hips, and waist through dynamic stretching.

In simple terms: A floor routine to improve core and hip flexibility.

Key Takeaway

Incorporate regular core‑stretching for mobility.

Themes

fitness body awareness stretching wellness self‑care

Mood

motivational practical encouraging

Type

instructional health

When to use this quote

  • home workout
  • rehabilitation
  • yoga practice
  • sports conditioning

Key Concepts

kinesthetic learning muscle activation flexibility training

Questions to Reflect On

  • What modifications help beginners start?
  • How often should this routine be performed?
A Different Perspective

May be difficult for beginners without guidance.

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