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Looking At Ceiling

How do you do a looking at ceiling?

A beginner stretching exercise done using just your bodyweight that mainly works the quadriceps. Kneel on the floor, holding your heels with both hands. Lift your buttocks up and forward while bringing your head back to look up at the ceiling, to give an arch in your back.

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Primary
Quadriceps
Equipment
None
Level
beginner

Looking At Ceiling demonstration

Looking At Ceiling, starting position
Looking At Ceiling, starting position
Looking At Ceiling, finishing position
Looking At Ceiling, finishing position

How to Perform

  1. 1Kneel on the floor, holding your heels with both hands.
  2. 2Lift your buttocks up and forward while bringing your head back to look up at the ceiling, to give an arch in your back.

Video Tutorial

Tips & Common Mistakes

  • •Focus on controlled movements rather than speed or momentum
  • •Maintain proper breathing - exhale during the exertion phase
  • •Start with lighter weight to master the form before progressing
  • •This is a great exercise for beginners - focus on form over reps

Muscles Worked

FrontFront view. Muscles worked: quadriceps
BackBack view. Muscles worked: quadriceps
Quadriceps

Exercise Details

Category
Stretching
Force
static
Mechanic
isolation
Level
beginner

Exercise Variations

At Home
Home workout modifications
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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Looking At Ceiling work?

Looking At Ceiling primarily targets the Quadriceps.

What equipment do I need for Looking At Ceiling?

Looking At Ceiling requires no equipment - it's a bodyweight exercise.

Is Looking At Ceiling suitable for beginners?

Yes, Looking At Ceiling is suitable for beginners. It's classified as a beginner-level exercise.

Alternatives to Looking At Ceiling

Substitute any of these when the equipment is taken or unavailable. They train the same primary muscles.

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