How to do it
Press your hip bones firmly into the towel throughout each rep.
- 1
Lie face down on the floor with a towel placed under your hips.
- 2
Place your hands behind your head or across your chest.
- 3
Engage your core and lift your upper body off the floor, using your back muscles.
- 4
Slowly lower back down to the starting position.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your head in a neutral position and avoid overarching your lower back at the top of the movement to prevent strain.
Common mistakes
- ✕Lifting the torso with a sudden jerk
- ✕Pulling on the head with the hands
- ✕Raising both legs off the floor