How to do it
Lower for a deliberate two-second count on every single repetition.
- 1
Lie on your back with your legs extended and hands placed under your glutes for support.
- 2
Engage your core and lift your legs off the ground to a 45-degree angle, keeping them straight.
- 3
Slowly lower your legs back down without letting them touch the floor.
- 4
Raise your legs again to complete another repetition.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your lower back pressed into the floor to prevent arching and to maximize engagement of your abdominal muscles.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bending the knees during the lift
- ✕Raising the legs past 45 degrees
- ✕Letting feet rest on the floor