How to do it
Exhale steadily as you curl your torso up to the seated position.
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Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor, secured under a sturdy object or held by a partner.
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Place your hands behind your head or across your chest.
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Tighten your abdominal muscles and lift your upper body towards your knees, keeping your lower back on the floor.
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Continue lifting up until you are in a seated position.
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Slowly lower yourself back down to the starting position.
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Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Engage your core throughout the movement and avoid pulling on your neck with your hands. Use your abs to lift your torso, not momentum.
Common mistakes
- ✕Lower back arching off the floor
- ✕Jutting the chin toward the chest
- ✕Feet sliding free from the anchor