How to do it
Keep your chin slightly tucked throughout the entire lift.
- 1
Lie face down on the floor with your arms extended in front of you.
- 2
Engage your core, glutes, and hamstrings to lift your chest and legs off the floor.
- 3
Hold the lifted position for a moment, then lower back down to the starting position.
- 4
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Engage your glutes and hamstrings to lift your torso and avoid putting excessive strain on your lower back.
Common mistakes
- ✕Jerking the torso upward with momentum
- ✕Letting the legs drift apart during the lift