Bear Hold
Bodyweight
An isometric quadruped hold that challenges trunk stability and shoulder control while the knees hover above the floor.
Level
Intermediate
Equipment
Bodyweight
Focus
Core · Shoulders · Quads
Exercise Demonstration
Visual demo
Demonstration videos focus on movement quality. Use the cues below for additional guidance.
Key Cues
Do it well.
Stack the shoulders over the hands.
Keep the knees directly under the hips.
Lift the knees only a few centimetres.
Brace and breathe steadily.
Common Mistakes
Watch for this.
Lifting the hips too high.
Holding the breath.
Letting the lower back sag.
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