This exercise targets: abdominal muscles, especially lower abdominals
For this exercise, you will need: an exercise mat
Lean on your hands with your shoulders and heels lifted about 5 inches off the floor. Place your arms by your sides with the palms facing down. Raise your legs and point your toes forward. Start making circles with your legs to the right side and then repeat the same motion on the left side. Don't move your body, just your legs.
Tips:
The bigger the circles, the heavier the exercise.
Advanced: Cross your arms over your chest. Focus on slow and controlled movement.
Do not strain your neck.
Exhale during the effort or lifting phase and inhale during the lowering phase.
Make sure to keep your legs as straight as possible.
To make the exercise easier, bend your knees slightly.
Beginners: 10 repetitions on each side
Intermediate level: 15 repetitions on each side
Advanced level: 20 repetitions on each side
For this exercise, you will need: an exercise mat
Lean on your hands with your shoulders and heels lifted about 5 inches off the floor. Place your arms by your sides with the palms facing down. Raise your legs and point your toes forward. Start making circles with your legs to the right side and then repeat the same motion on the left side. Don't move your body, just your legs.
Tips:
The bigger the circles, the heavier the exercise.
Advanced: Cross your arms over your chest. Focus on slow and controlled movement.
Do not strain your neck.
Exhale during the effort or lifting phase and inhale during the lowering phase.
Make sure to keep your legs as straight as possible.
To make the exercise easier, bend your knees slightly.
Beginners: 10 repetitions on each side
Intermediate level: 15 repetitions on each side
Advanced level: 20 repetitions on each side