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    Hanging Hollow Hold Exercise Guide

    Hanging Hollow Hold demonstration

    Exercise Profile

    Target
    Core
    Equipment
    Body weight
    Body Part
    Waist
    Primary Muscle
    Core
    Secondary Muscles
    Hip flexors, Shoulders
    Intensity
    medium
    Category
    strength
    Skill Level
    intermediate
    Estimated Calories
    4
    Alternate Names
    Hollow Body Hold

    How to: Hanging Hollow Hold

    1. Begin by hanging from a pull-up bar with a grip slightly wider than shoulder width.
    2. Engage your core and lift your legs up while keeping them straight.
    3. Simultaneously, lean your torso back to form a 'hollow' shape.
    4. Hold this position, ensuring your body is in a straight line from your shoulders to your toes.
    5. Maintain the hold for the desired duration, keeping your core engaged.

    Common Mistakes

    • Using momentum to hold the position instead of core strength.
    • Allowing the back to arch excessively.
    • Dropping the legs too low, leading to loss of tension.

    Modifications

    • Bend your knees to reduce intensity.
    • Perform the exercise with a support band or on a lower bar.

    Tips

    • Engage your core muscles fully while holding the position.
    • Keep your legs and arms straight for maximum effectiveness.
    • Avoid arching your back; maintain a neutral spine.

    Hanging Hollow Hold Alternatives

    Decline Knee Raise

    Decline Knee Raise

    Body Part: Waist

    Cable Judo Flip

    Cable Judo Flip

    Body Part: Waist

    Cable Kneeling Crunch

    Cable Kneeling Crunch

    Body Part: Waist

    Tags

    core
    strength
    waist
    bodyweight
    balance
    intermediate

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