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Hollow Body Hold

intermediate Bodyweight

Core tension exercise foundational to gymnastics and bodyweight training.

Primary Muscles

Core

Secondary Muscles

Hip flexors

Instructions

Lie on back, press lower back into floor, legs elevated at low angle, arms overhead. Hold this tension.

Common Mistakes

Lower back lifting off floor, breath holding, legs too high.

Variations

  • Hollow Rock
  • Tuck Hollow Hold
  • Arch Body Hold