How to do it
Exhale steadily as you curl your torso upward each rep.
- 1
Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
- 2
Place your hands behind your head or across your chest.
- 3
Contract your abs and lift your upper body towards your knees.
- 4
Lower yourself back down to the starting position with control.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
To protect your lower back, avoid pulling on your neck or using momentum. Focus on using your abdominal muscles to lift your torso.
Common mistakes
- ✕Yanking the neck forward with the hands
- ✕Bouncing off the floor to gain momentum
- ✕Feet lifting off the floor during ascent