Hands to Knees

Lie flat on your back, with your feet close to your buttocks, knees together.

Rest your hands on your thighs, and slowly slide the hands along your leg, up towards your knees in a smooth motion avoiding any jerking movements.

Control the movement on the way down, inhaling as you gently lower prior to repeating again. Focus on keeping your shoulder blades off the floor throughout the movement, as this will keep your abs contracted.

Keep your chin of your chest, and if your neck aches, support your head with one hand.

Concentrate on controlled smaller movements, aiming to feel your abs contracting rather than using momentum to force into the movement.

 

Beginner's aim for 8 - 12 exercise reps repeated twice.

Intermediates work for 15+ reps repeated twice.

Advanced work for 20 reps+ repeated three times.