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Instructions
Proper Position
- Stand, sit, or kneel (quadruped position), depending on your preference.
- Keep your back straight and relax your shoulders. If standing, place your feet slightly apart at hip-width.
- Breathe normally to prepare for the exercise.
Movement
- Exhale deeply to empty all the air from your lungs completely.
- Contract your abdominal muscles by pulling your stomach in as far as possible, as if trying to draw your navel toward your spine.
- Hold this contraction and position for as long as possible, breathing lightly if necessary.
- Slowly release and return to normal breathing.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Breathing
- Exhale completely to empty your lungs before pulling in your stomach.
- Breathe lightly and gently if needed during the contraction.
Tips
- Focus on the transverse abdominal muscle, which is located deep within your core.
- Start with short durations (10 to 15 seconds) and gradually increase as you gain control.
- Perform this exercise on an empty stomach for greater comfort.
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