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- 01Lie face down over the exercise ball with your hips supported, feet braced wide, and a light plate held at your chest.
- 02Allow the torso to flex slightly over the ball while keeping the neck long and lower body secure.
- 03Extend through the hips and back to raise the chest until your body approaches a straight line.
- 04Pause with the glutes engaged without lifting beyond neutral or compressing the lower back.
- 05Lower your torso slowly over the ball and repeat without bouncing or shifting your feet.
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