How to do it
Exhale steadily as you lift your shoulder blades off the floor.
- 1
Lie on your back with your arms and legs extended.
- 2
Simultaneously lift your upper body and bend your knees, bringing your hands towards your toes.
- 3
Touch your toes or reach as close as possible.
- 4
Slowly return to the starting position.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your movements controlled and deliberate to maximize core engagement and avoid using momentum.
Common mistakes
- ✕Letting the lower back arch off the floor
- ✕Locking the knees straight during the reach
- ✕Reaching with the chin instead of the hands