Low Crawl Position Hold

  • Core Stability

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    Isometric

    Full Body

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Overview

The Low Crawl Position Hold is an isometric bodyweight movement that challenges total-body stability, core strength, and postural control. By holding a crawl position with knees hovering just above the ground, this drill develops endurance in the core and hips while engaging the shoulders and legs for stabilization.


Muscles Worked

PRIMARY:

  • Core stabilizers

  • Quadriceps

  • Shoulders

SECONDARY:

  • Gluteus maximus

  • Hip flexors

  • Upper back stabilizers


STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS

  • Begin in a quadruped position with hands under shoulders and knees under hips.

  • Tuck your toes, brace your core, and hover your knees just 1–2 inches off the ground.

  • Hold this position while maintaining a flat back and even pressure through hands and toes.


Benefits

  • Improves core strength and endurance

  • Enhances shoulder and hip stability

  • Builds isometric strength for athletic performance

  • Teaches proper spinal alignment under tension


COACHING CUES

  • Keep knees close to the ground without resting

  • Engage core to prevent arching or sagging in the back

  • Distribute weight evenly between hands and feet

  • Keep your head in line with your spine

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