How to do it
Keep your shoulder blades drawn back and down throughout the entire hold.
- 1
Sit on the ground with your legs extended in front of you.
- 2
Place your elbows under your shoulders and clasp your hands together.
- 3
Lift your hips off the ground, engaging your core and glutes.
- 4
Hold the position for the desired duration, keeping your body in a straight line.
- 5
Lower your hips back to the starting position.
Expert tip
Press down through your elbows and heels to lift your hips as high as possible, creating a straight line from shoulders to feet.
Common mistakes
- ✕Letting the hips sag below the shoulder line
- ✕Bending the knees during the hold
- ✕Flaring the elbows out wide from the torso