Reverse crunch
Also called hip lift
- Works
- Front of the trunk · rectus abdominis
- Needs
- No equipment
Setup
Lie on your back with your hands by your sides. Lift your legs with knees bent at 90 degrees.
Steps
- Curl your hips up off the floor, bringing your knees toward your chest.
- Lower your hips slowly.
Breathing
Breathe out as you curl up. Breathe in as you lower.
Where you feel it
In the lower part of your stomach.
Common mistakes
- Swinging the legs.
- Pushing with the hands.
When to stop
Stop if you feel sharp pain, pain in a joint, dizziness or numbness.