How to Do Abdominal Stretch

Abdominal Stretch is a core exercise using bodyweight, listed as beginner in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Primary muscle

Core

Equipment

Bodyweight

Difficulty

Beginner

01 / Move with control

How to perform

How to do Abdominal Stretch

  1. 01Lie prone on the floor with your legs extended and hands under your shoulders.
  2. 02Slowly straighten your arms to lift your chest off the floor.
  3. 03Keep your hips in contact with the ground or slightly elevated if using a cobra variation.
  4. 04Gaze forward or slightly upward to extend the stretch through the neck.
  5. 05Hold the position for the prescribed duration while focusing on deep belly breaths.

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02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Abdominal Stretch

Primary Stabiliser Inactive

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Primary movers

  • Core Stabilises the spine and transfers force.

Stabilisers

  • Lower back Stabilises the spine during lifts and bends.
  • Forearms Grips and stabilises the wrist under load.

03 / A90 Coach

A90 Coach tip

Avoid locking your elbows and focus on lengthening the distance between your sternum and pubic bone.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Abdominal Stretch questions

What muscles does Abdominal Stretch work?

Abdominal Stretch is catalogued as a core exercise in A90 Training Club, with the core as its primary muscle group.

How do you do Abdominal Stretch correctly?

Lie prone on the floor with your legs extended and hands under your shoulders. Slowly straighten your arms to lift your chest off the floor. Keep your hips in contact with the ground or slightly elevated if using a cobra variation. Gaze forward or slightly upward to extend the stretch through the neck. Hold the position for the prescribed duration while focusing on deep belly breaths.

What is the A90 coach tip for Abdominal Stretch?

Avoid locking your elbows and focus on lengthening the distance between your sternum and pubic bone.

Is Abdominal Stretch suitable for beginners?

Abdominal Stretch is rated beginner in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Do you need equipment for Abdominal Stretch?

No. Abdominal Stretch is listed as a bodyweight movement in the A90 catalogue, so you can train it with no kit.

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