CALISTHENICSCore Bodyweight

How to Do Hollow Body Hold

Lie flat. Press lower back to ground. Lift legs and shoulders. Hold the banana shape. Core foundation.

Step-by-Step Form Guide

Follow these cues for correct Hollow Body Hold form

1
Setup
Lie flat
2
Movement
Press lower back to ground. Lift legs and shoulders. Hold the banana shape
3
Lockout
Core foundation

Coaching Cues

Press lower back firmly into the floor — the gap must disappear
Reach arms long overhead and point toes away, creating full-body tension
Squeeze everything: abs, glutes, quads — any relaxation breaks the hollow shape

Muscles Worked

Primary: Core

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