Abs Snails

Abs snails are a ground-based, bodyweight exercise that strengthens the core, lower abdominals, hip flexors, shoulders, glutes, and hamstrings.

Instructions

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    Sit upright on the floor in an L-sit position with legs together. Place your hands behind your torso.
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    Keep both your elbows and knees straight. Squeeze your shoulders together and tighten your glutes as you lift your hips off the ground so that your body forms a straight line from your chest to your ankles, with your hands under your shoulders. Pause, and return to the starting position.

Trainer’s Tips

  • Do not move too fast. Stay in a controlled pace throughout.
  • Aggressively flex your glutes in the top position.
  • Squeeze your abs throughout the exercise.