How to do a hollow hold dumbbell reach

CoreDumbbellsIntermediate

A hollow hold while reaching a dumbbell overhead and back — the long lever makes your core work overtime.

Hollow hold dumbbell reach demonstration

How to do it

1Hold a hollow shape, lower back pressed down
2Reach the dumbbell overhead, then back over your chest
3Keep your legs and shoulders off the floor

Common mistakes

×Lower back arching as you reach overhead
×Dropping your legs to the floor

Muscles worked

Core

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