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Jack Knife
- Intermediate
- Abdominals
Setup instructions
1) Lay on your back. Lift your legs up towards the ceiling so they're around a 45 degree angle. Now, raise your arms up so they're near parallel to the legs.
Perform instructions
1) Curl up by tightening the abs - aim to touch your toes.
2) Pause for a second at the top - your body should look like a 'V' at the endpoint. Now, gently lower yourself back to the floor.
3) Repeat.
Note: try keep your legs as straight as possible.