This exercise targets: abdominal muscles, especially upper abdominals
For this exercise, you will need: an exercise mat
Lie flat on your back with your feet on the ground. Make sure your arms are straight and pointing toward your knees.
Raise your torso and touch your knees. Return to the starting position.
Tips:
Focus, and make slow and controlled movements.
Don't strain your neck.
Push the small of your back down in the floor to better isolate your abdominal muscles.
Advanced: Hold a dumbbell in your hands -- this way you will be working on your shoulders too.
Beginners: 10 repetitions
Intermediate level: 15 repetitions
Advanced level: 20 repetitions
For this exercise, you will need: an exercise mat
Lie flat on your back with your feet on the ground. Make sure your arms are straight and pointing toward your knees.
Raise your torso and touch your knees. Return to the starting position.
Tips:
Focus, and make slow and controlled movements.
Don't strain your neck.
Push the small of your back down in the floor to better isolate your abdominal muscles.
Advanced: Hold a dumbbell in your hands -- this way you will be working on your shoulders too.
Beginners: 10 repetitions
Intermediate level: 15 repetitions
Advanced level: 20 repetitions