How to do it
Press your palms firmly into the floor for stability.
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Lie on your back with your arms out to the sides, palms down.
- 2
Lift your legs towards the ceiling, keeping them straight.
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Exhale as you twist your hips to one side, lifting them off the ground.
- 4
Inhale as you return to the starting position.
- 5
Repeat the twist to the opposite side.
- 6
Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Control the motion and focus on using your obliques and glutes to perform the twist and lift. Avoid using momentum to swing your legs.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bending the knees during the lift
- ✕Lifting the head and shoulders off the floor
- ✕Rolling the whole torso instead of the hips