How to do it
Reach your fingertips forward as far as possible with each arm lift.
- 1
Lie face down on the floor with your arms extended in front of you.
- 2
Simultaneously lift your left arm and right leg off the ground, then switch to your right arm and left leg.
- 3
Continue alternating in a 'swimming' motion, keeping your limbs straight and controlled.
- 4
Perform this exercise for the desired duration, maintaining a steady pace.
Expert tip
Keep your head and chest lifted off the ground to ensure full engagement of the back muscles.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bending the knees during limb lifts
- ✕Excessive lower back arching
- ✕Lifting limbs with momentum