Hollow Body Hold

Set-up

• Lie on your back with your arms stretched overhead and your legs together.
• Press your lower back firmly into the floor.

How to do it

1. Lift your shoulders, arms and legs off the floor so your body forms a shallow curve.
2. Hold the position for the prescribed time.
3. Lower slowly back to the floor.

Coaching cues

• Keep your lower back touching the floor the whole time.
• Reach long through your fingertips and toes.

Common mistakes

• Letting the lower back lift off the floor.
• Holding your breath.

Safety

• Bend your knees, or bring your arms down by your sides, to make it easier.