• Lie on your back with your legs straight above your hips.
• Hold a dumbbell in each hand, directly above your shoulder joint with the palms facing the knees.
• Simultaneously lower arms and legs halfway between the starting position and the floor.
• Bring your arms and legs back in together.
• Do the desired number of repetitions.

Performance tips

• Maintain control of your arm and leg muscles throughout the exercise.
• Avoid jerking or using momentum to raise or lower the weight.
• Maintain a slight tightness in the abdominal area.
• Inhale as you lower arms and legs; exhale on the return.