How to do it
Pause briefly at the bottom of each tap before returning.
- 1
Lie on your back with your arms by your sides, knees bent, and feet lifted to form a 90-degree angle at the hips and knees.
- 2
Slowly lower one foot to tap the floor, keeping the knee bent.
- 3
Return the foot to the starting position and repeat with the other leg.
- 4
Alternate tapping each foot while keeping your core tight and engaged.
Expert tip
Control the movement with your core muscles to prevent your lower back from arching off the floor.
Common mistakes
- ✕Straightening the knee during the foot tap
- ✕Rolling the hips as the foot descends
- ✕Tapping the toes instead of the whole foot