This shapes up your hips, back of the thighs and back.
Lie flat with both knees bent and feet planted firmly on the floor. Rest your arms alongside your hips.
Now slowly raise your hips off the floor, lifting them till they are in line with your knees or higher. Squeeze your thighs, butt and back as you lift. Gently lower and just before you touch the floor, lift up again.
Do 16 reps, rest and repeat.
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