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Heel Touch

Heel Touch is a core-strengthening and flexibility-enhancing exercise. It primarily targets your abs with a crunching motion, reaching towards your heels to boost core stability and endurance.
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Heel Touch instructions
Step-by-step instructions
1
Lay down flat on your back on a comfortable, sturdy surface.
2
Bend your knees and place your feet flat on the ground.
3
Extend your arms to the sides, palms facing down.
4
Raise your torso off the ground slightly and reach your right hand towards your right heel, then return to center. Repeat the same action on the left side.
5
Repeat this touching motion for the programmed number of reps. Be sure not to strain your neck throughout the exercise.
Lay down flat on your back on a comfortable, sturdy surface.
Bend your knees and place your feet flat on the ground.
Extend your arms to the sides, palms facing down.
Raise your torso off the ground slightly and reach your right hand towards your right heel, then return to center. Repeat the same action on the left side.
Repeat this touching motion for the programmed number of reps. Be sure not to strain your neck throughout the exercise.
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