Lie face down on an exercise mat with your arms in a "W" position so that the upper arms are aligned alongside the trunk with your elbows bent and your hands facing forward at the same level as your shoulders.
Move your forearms outwards so they are close to a 45 degree angle to the upper arm.
Keep your head slightly elevated and aligned with your spine.
Your hands should be facing palms down with your fingers extended.
Now tighten your abdominal muscles to stabilise your trunk and slowly raise both arms off the floor no higher than 6 inches and hold for the required time, then slowly lower your arms down to the floor.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Throughout the exercise, keep your arms at 45 degrees through your elbows in the "W" position and ensure your trunk and legs are aligned.
Perform this exercise in a slow controlled manner and do not jerk the body into the up-position when raising the arms.
