How to do it
Point your toes hard and reach your heels away from your hips.
- 1
Sit on the floor with your legs extended in front of you and your hands placed beside your hips.
- 2
Press down into your hands and lift your body off the floor, keeping your legs straight.
- 3
Hold the 'L' position for as long as you can while breathing steadily.
- 4
Lower yourself back down with control and rest before repeating.
Expert tip
Press down firmly through your hands and keep your core tight to maintain the position.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bending the knees during the hold
- ✕Rolling backward onto the hips
- ✕Locking the elbows completely