How to do it
Press your feet firmly into the towel loop to create steady counter-tension.
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Sit on the floor with your legs extended in front of you.
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Loop a towel around the soles of your feet and hold each end with your hands.
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Pull the towel towards your waist, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
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Slowly extend your arms back to the starting position.
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Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your back straight and avoid rounding your shoulders to prevent injury and target the back muscles effectively.
Common mistakes
- ✕Pulling the towel high toward the chest
- ✕Bending the wrists backward during the pull
- ✕Flexing the neck forward toward the chest