1 - Begin by lying on your back on a flat surface, such as a mat or the ground. Bend your knees and place your feet flat on the floor, hip-width apart.
2 - You can have a partner or an anchor to hold your feet down, or you can cross your arms over your chest or place your hands behind your head, but avoid pulling on your neck.
3 - Engage your core muscles by gently contracting your abdominal muscles. This will help support your spine during the movement.
4 - Slowly raise your upper body off the ground by flexing your abs. Exhale as you come up.
5 - Continue to lift your torso until you are in a seated position with your lower back off the ground and your chest close to your thighs.
6 - Hold the sit-up position briefly, focusing on contracting your abs.
7 - Lower your upper body back down to the starting position, with control. Inhale as you lower yourself.
