How to do it
Keep your elbows at about 45 degrees from your torso during the descent.
- 1
Start in a kneeling push-up position with your hands on the floor slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- 2
Lower your chest towards the floor, keeping your hips aligned with your body.
- 3
As you reach the bottom, arch your back and extend your arms, lifting your upper body while keeping your hips close to your heels.
- 4
Lower back down with control and repeat.
Expert tip
Maintain a smooth transition from the lower phase to the cobra stretch to ensure continuous muscle engagement.
Common mistakes
- ✕Sagging the hips during the descent
- ✕Hyperextending the neck during the cobra arch
- ✕Partially extending the arms at the top