How to do a tabletop hold

Upper bodyBodyweightBeginner

Lift your hips into a reverse tabletop and hold strong — opens the chest and works the backs of your arms and shoulders.

How to do it

1Hands behind you, fingers pointing forward
2Press your hips up so your body's flat like a table
3Squeeze your glutes and hold, chest open

Common mistakes

×Letting your hips sag toward the floor
×Dropping your head back and straining your neck

Muscles worked

Shoulders Triceps Glutes

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