CALISTHENICSCore Bodyweight

How to Do Heel Slide

Lie on back. Press lower back into floor. Gently brace core. Slowly slide one heel along the floor, extending the leg fully. Slide back. Alternate legs. Stop if lower back arches.

Step-by-Step Form Guide

Follow these cues for correct Heel Slide form

1
Setup
Lie on back
2
Movement
Press lower back into floor. Gently brace core. Slowly slide one heel along the floor, extending the leg fully. Slide back. Alternate legs
3
Lockout
Stop if lower back arches

Coaching Cues

Brace the core gently before sliding — think 30% effort, not a crunch
Slide slowly and stop if the lower back lifts off the floor
Breathe throughout — holding your breath spikes intra-abdominal pressure

Muscles Worked

Primary: Core

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