Lying Ab Press
Lying with the hips and knees bent at right angles, the hands press into the knees and the knees press back; nothing moves, the abs hold.
How to do it
Setup
Lying on the back, hips and knees at 90°, shins level, palms on the thighs just above the knees.
Steps
- Press the hands into the knees and the knees into the hands.
- Keep the lower back flat on the floor.
- Hold for the time, then release slowly.
Common mistakes
Holding the breath: breathe steadily through the press. Lower back lifting: flatten it before each hold. Letting the knees drift toward the chest: keep them over the hips.
Breathing
Steady throughout; never held.
