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Hollow hold: how to do it

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Lie straight, arms overhead

  1. Starting position

    Lie on your back with straight legs, arms overhead and your lower back pressed into the floor.

  2. The movement

    Lift your shoulder blades and legs off the floor, hold your body rounded and then lower with control.

Most common mistake

Don't arch your back to keep your legs low, raise them until your lower back stays on the floor.

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