The dorbarre plie + heel raise in second position gives you all the benefits of a plie and heel raise together. The plie movement is one of the most powerful exercises to reduce knee pain and strengthen the quadriceps muscle group. While the heel raise adds strength to your calf muscles, improves ankle mobility, and increases stability. Learn more about properly executing this exercise with the video above.
Regression
Make this exercise easier by staggering your stance & using only one foot to hold down the band instead of two.
Progression
Make this movement more challenging by placing your feet wider to increase the tension on the Slastix.
