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Half Curl Abdominal Exercise
How to Do the Half Curl Ab Exercise

By Elizabeth Quinn, About.com

Updated: May 09, 2008

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Half Curl Ab Exercise

Half Curl Ab Exercise

E. Quinn
  • Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
  • Place your palms on your thighs
  • Contract your abdominal muscles and curl up until your fingertips reach your knees.
  • Breathe out as you curl up.
  • Slowly lower to the start position.
  • Breathe in as you lower.
  • Tip: Don’t tuck your chin to your chest and keep your head up.

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