How to do it
Rotate through the ribcage rather than just the shoulders.
- 1
Lie on your back with your hands behind your head, elbows wide.
- 2
Lift both legs off the ground and bend them at a 90-degree angle.
- 3
Begin to move your legs in a cycling motion, extending one leg out while bringing the other knee towards your chest.
- 4
With each leg cycle, twist your torso so the opposite elbow moves towards the knee that's coming in.
- 5
Continue alternating in a smooth, cycling motion for the desired duration or repetitions.
Expert tip
Maintain a controlled motion and avoid pulling on your neck with your hands.
Common mistakes
- ✕Arching the lower back off the floor
- ✕Dropping the extended leg to the floor
- ✕Pulling the head up with clasped hands