Don’t rock the Boat

July 2016

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July 2016

Start out easy (left) and progress to the more difficult pose. Photo: Ian Harrison
Core strength is an essential part of keeping your balance while tramping, especially if your pack is heavy. The simple ‘boat’ pose is effective and has two variations. Sit on the floor, hold onto your knees and tip back slightly to lift your toes off the floor. Lift your chest up and focus on a […]
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