How to do it
Keep your neck relaxed and let your hands lead the movement upward.
- 1
Lie flat on your back with your arms extended overhead.
- 2
Engage your core and lift your legs and upper body off the floor simultaneously, tucking your knees towards your chest.
- 3
Reach your hands towards your ankles as you form a 'V' shape with your body.
- 4
Slowly lower back down to the starting position without letting your limbs touch the floor.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep the movement controlled and avoid using momentum. Focus on contracting your abs to lift your torso and legs simultaneously.
Common mistakes
- ✕Lifting the legs before the upper body
- ✕Resting the limbs on the floor between reps
- ✕Arching the lower back off the floor