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 your palms facing down. Stretch your legs out slightly, 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.
Tips:
Don't move your body, just your legs. The bigger the circles, the heavier the exercise.
Advanced: Cross your arms over your chest.
Focus on slow and controlled movement, and do not strain your neck.
Don't hold your breath.
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
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 your palms facing down. Stretch your legs out slightly, 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.
Tips:
Don't move your body, just your legs. The bigger the circles, the heavier the exercise.
Advanced: Cross your arms over your chest.
Focus on slow and controlled movement, and do not strain your neck.
Don't hold your breath.
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