How to do it
Flex the ankle and point the toes on each extended leg.
- 1
Lie flat on your back with your hands behind your head and knees bent.
- 2
Lift your shoulders off the ground and bring your right elbow towards your left knee while extending the right leg.
- 3
Switch sides by bringing your left elbow towards your right knee while extending the left leg.
- 4
Continue alternating sides in a cycling motion for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your elbows wide and focus on rotating your torso rather than simply moving your elbows.
Common mistakes
- ✕Pulling on the head with the hands
- ✕Dropping the extended leg too low
- ✕Arching the lower back off the floor