Six Inch Hold

A static core hold lying on the back with the head, shoulders and straight legs lifted about six inches off the floor. It trains the lower abdominals and hip flexors.

How to do it

1. Lie on your back with the legs straight and the arms resting along your sides.
2. Press the lower back into the floor and brace the abdominals.
3. Lift the head, shoulders and straight legs about six inches off the floor.
4. Hold the position while breathing steadily.
5. Lower slowly to rest.

Tips

• Keep the lower back flat; if it arches, raise the legs a little higher or bend the knees.
• Keep the neck relaxed and the chin slightly tucked.
• Build up with short holds and rest in between.

Muscles

Primary: Hip flexors, Abs

Secondary: Obliques, Quadriceps, Transverse abdominis