Abdominal Curl Mat Exercise
Performing an effective abdominal curl works the muscles in the anterior torso, including the rectus abdominus, internal and external obliques.
Instructions:
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Lie face up (supine) on a mat,- keeping your back straight and your knees bent to 90 degrees.
- With your feet flat to the floor and your hands on the thighs,
- slowly curl upwards until your fingers touch your knees (spinal flexion).
- You should achieve approximately 35-45 degrees of movement.
- In a smooth controlled movement slowly lower your back,
- maintaining tension on your abdominals and keeping your shoulders slightly off the floor.
- Throughout the exercise maintain a neutral spine, keeping a small gap between the chin and the chest about the size of your own fist.
Disclaimer: Professional independent fitness instruction or medical advice should be taken before acting on any of the information given in this article.
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