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Polates Drill 1
Description    
Polates Tug and Push
Classification    
Functional strength - pulling and pushing from a solid base
Equipment    
Core Strength Bar
Instructions
   

With a firm grip of the Core Strength Bar, knees slightly bent and core 'switched on', react to your Coaches call of, 'Pull!' or 'Push!' Aim to move your partner off his feet.

Key Points
   
Maintain correct body alignment. Do not hold the Core Strength Bar by the rubber stops at each end.
Progressions

Single arm only.

 
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Develop upper and lower power zone stability and strength with a Core Strength Bar.