Lying Cycle (male)

Lying Cycle demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Lie flat on the floor with your lower back pressed to the ground
  • 2Put your hands beside your head
  • 3Raise your shoulders into a curl while pulling in your abdomen towards your spine
  • 4Raise your right elbow and left knee towards each other while straightening the right leg
  • 5Switch sides and do the same motion on the other side to complete one rep

Tips:

  • Keep your breathing steady throughout the exercise
  • Don't pull your head with your hands, keep the movement controlled
  • Your legs should not touch the ground once the exercise has started
  • Perform the movements slowly for maximum effectiveness

Lying Cycle Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs