Abdominal · Classic

Vacuum — Classic

Muscles requiredTransversus abdominis · Obliques

Description

Deep core breathing exercise to improve abdominal control.

01 · Setup

Set up the movement

  • Stand or sit with your spine neutral.
  • Relax your shoulders and keep your pelvis stable.
  • Prepare a long exhale before each repetition.
02 · Execution

Perform the rep

  1. Exhale completely to clear the air.
  2. Pull your stomach in strongly then hold the contraction for a few seconds.
  3. Release gradually then start again with the same control.
Technique cue

Exhale fully before hollowing out your abdomen.

Common mistakes
  • keep air in the lungs
  • shrug your shoulders during the contraction
  • apnea too long
  • lose neutral posture
Safety notes

Risks of poor execution

  • Apnea for too long can cause discomfort.
  • A repeated arched posture can overload the lower back.

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