The abdominal muscles are extremely important for the health of your back, maintaining good posture and breathing. They are also very important for reaching forward at the trunk as well as bending your trunk to the side.
HOW-TO:
1. Take the towel and put it under your feet.
2. Keep your hands and toes shoulder width apart.
3. Raise your upper body off the ground.
4. Pull your knees to your chest while breathing in.
5. Straighten out while exhaling.
VIDEO DEMO:
05/10/12 • 9 min
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