This exercise targets: abdominal muscles
For this exercise, you will need: an exercise mat
Place your hands behind your back, slightly below shoulder level. Your legs should be a few inches off the floor and absolutely straight – ”lock” your knees.
Raise your right leg toward your torso and bend at your waist at the same time. Return to the starting position and repeat the same movement, this time lifting up the left leg.
Tips:
Make sure your legs are locked at your knees.
The exercise can be made easier by bending the knees.
An even easier version is created by leaving the non-active leg on the floor.
Going slower exercises the muscles additionally.
Exhale during the effort or lifting phase and inhale during the lowering phase.
Beginners: 10 repetitions with each leg
Intermediate level: 15 repetitions with each leg
Advanced level: 20 repetitions with each leg
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For this exercise, you will need: an exercise mat
Place your hands behind your back, slightly below shoulder level. Your legs should be a few inches off the floor and absolutely straight – ”lock” your knees.
Raise your right leg toward your torso and bend at your waist at the same time. Return to the starting position and repeat the same movement, this time lifting up the left leg.
Tips:
Make sure your legs are locked at your knees.
The exercise can be made easier by bending the knees.
An even easier version is created by leaving the non-active leg on the floor.
Going slower exercises the muscles additionally.
Exhale during the effort or lifting phase and inhale during the lowering phase.
Beginners: 10 repetitions with each leg
Intermediate level: 15 repetitions with each leg
Advanced level: 20 repetitions with each leg
If you have any questions or comments - please visit https://www.steadyhealth.com/Fitness___Exercise_Videos-f182.html, and start or join the discussion about this video.