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heel touches — video demonstration

Heel touches: step-by-step guide with video, three form cues, common mistakes and how many reps to start with. Beginner bodyweight abs exercise, no equipment.

watch for these things

  • Keep your shoulder blades hovering off the floor for the entire set, no resting in between.
  • Slide your ribs toward your hip on each side, as if shortening that side of your waist.
  • Keep your chin a fist's distance from your chest so your neck stays relaxed.

→ full heel touches guide — step-by-step instructions, muscles worked & all form tips

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