Lying Floor Slide (male)

Lying Floor Slide demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Lie flat on your back on the floor with your arms extended out to the sides, elbows bent at 90 degrees
  • 2Keeping your arms and back flat against the floor, slide your arms upwards until they're straight above your head
  • 3Slide them back down to the starting position
  • 4Maintain a slow and controlled movement throughout the exercise
  • 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions

Tips:

  • Keep your lower back in contact with the floor throughout the movement
  • Avoid creating tension in your neck
  • Engage your core for stability
  • Focus on feeling the contraction in your back muscles during the movement

Lying Floor Slide Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs