Pointers Needed to Master STS Abs Circuit 45 Degree Plate Slide Ins!

[ilovefitness]

I have no problem with the other plate exercises except this one!

I can do the straight leg slide in with plates no problem.

However, the problem I have is after the 45 degree fly, I have a hard time sliding the plates back from the 45 degree angle to center with straight legs.

I am wondering if anyone could share some tips on how to master this move, or an alternative move I can try to gradually build up . I am sure there's a core muscle weakness somewhere preventing me from accomplishing this.

On the other hand, I did not use the paper plates. I used a set of round plastic slides on carpet. I am wondering if these slides I have are too unstable for my feet to maneuver this move.

Thanks.

 

[bethj]

Try putting your hands on an 8 inch step and see if you can do them that way. then lower to 6 inches, 4 inches and then hands on the ground over time. That's how I worked up to mastering all the plate exercises.
Beth

 

[ilovefitness]

THANKS!

Hi Bethj,

Thank you very much for your tip! Earlier I did the 45 degree angle slide as you suggested with 2 risers on the step. The angle slide was much more smoother.

Thank you again for your help!!!!