Who would have thought you could do this common exercise in reverse? It’s a great upper body exercise that also gives your legs and abs some action. Try it today!
How to do it
- Sit on the ground with your legs straight ahead of you. Extend your arms back slightly by placing your hands on the ground, palms down, fingers pointed toward your feet.
- Press into your heels and lift your butt off of the ground. You should notice the weight shifting toward your arms. Aim to keep your body in a diagonal line and tighten your abdominal muscles.
- Lift your right leg up as high as you can without going above your head.
- Slowly lower your leg back down.
- Repeat with left leg.
- Perform 10 reps.
Tip: Performing this exercise while wearing sneakers may help you keep your balance.
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