How to do it
Brace your abs before driving up and maintain that tension throughout.
- 1
Sit on the floor with your upper back against a bench and your feet flat on the ground.
- 2
Drive through your heels to lift your hips up, forming a straight line from your shoulders to your knees.
- 3
Hold the position at the top for a moment, then slowly lower your hips back down.
- 4
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Press through your heels and squeeze your glutes at the top of the movement for maximum engagement.
Common mistakes
- ✕Hyperextending the lower back at the top
- ✕Letting the knees cave inward during the lift
- ✕Stopping short of full hip extension