Static Crunch

Lie on your back with both hands by your sides, feet close together.

Exhale and raise one leg as high as possible whilst keeping the leg straight, with the other leg raised 1 - 2 inches off the floor.

Simultaneous to lifting your legs raise your head and shoulders a few inches off the floor, extending both hands towards your lower foot.

Breathe comfortably fixing yourself in this position for as long as comfortably possible, slowing relaxing down for a short while 5 - 15 seconds prior to repeating again on the other side.

Supports the weight of your head with one hand if your neck begins to ache, however avoid pulling your chin in to your chest.

A number of different abdominal positions can be used for this method, the main aim is to focus on minimal movement once in the final position by keeping your muscles contracted throughout.