How to do it
Grip the bench edges firmly to keep your torso stable throughout.
- 1
Lie face down on a bench with your hips at the edge.
- 2
Bend your knees and bring your heels together in a 'frog' position.
- 3
Lift your thighs off the bench by squeezing your glutes and lats.
- 4
Hold the contraction at the top for a moment.
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Lower your legs back to the starting position.
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Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Focus on squeezing your glutes at the top of the movement to maximize muscle engagement.
Common mistakes
- ✕Lifting the legs by arching the lower back
- ✕Swinging the legs up with momentum
- ✕Letting the heels separate during the lift