How to do it
Press your palms firmly into the floor beside your hips for stability.
- 1
Lie on your back on the floor with your legs straight and arms at your sides.
- 2
Lift your legs and hips off the floor, driving your feet towards the ceiling.
- 3
Lower your legs back down without letting them touch the floor.
- 4
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your lower back pressed into the floor to engage your core and prevent arching your back.
Common mistakes
- ✕Swinging the legs up with momentum
- ✕Bending the knees during the lift
- ✕Raising the legs without lifting the hips