An Effective Static Hold Abs Exercises to Build Core Strength for CrossFit

Static hold abs exercises, as simple as they sound are hard but extremely useful exercises to build full core strength and stability. Toes to bar will not be a problem if you dominate an L- Sit, front squats and handstand walks will get easier, even Olympic lifts will feel more comfortable when your core is strong and functional. Static holds are exactly what they sound like: a static position held for a period of time.

Key benefits of static hold abs exercises in training are:

Increased muscular endurance

Increased muscular strength

Toning

Time saving

HOLLOW HOLD

The hollow body position is one of the foundational gymnastic approaches to midline stability. It is the basis for solid gymnastics movement.

Abs Exercises – Hollow Hold Technique

Lie down flat on your back and push the belly button down towards the floor, your lower back should be touching the ground

Keep your abs and butt tight at all times, with your arms pointed straight overhead and legs straight with toes pointed

Start slowly raising your legs and shoulders off the ground

Your head should come off the ground along with your shoulders, with your ears are glued between your shoulders

Stay tight with your abs and butt and find the