Body Saw
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The body saw starts in a forearm plank with your feet on sliders or a smooth surface. Pushing back and pulling forward trains anti-rotation core stability rather than a static hold. It suits home training or pilates, done for reps as a main lift or a finisher.
- Muscles
- Abs
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
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- Reps
How to
- Start in a forearm plank with your feet on a smooth surface or sliders.
- Push your body backward through your forearms.
- Pull yourself back forward to the start, hips level.
- Keep your core braced through each glide.
Form cues
- Exhale as you push your body back.
- Keep your shoulders stacked over your elbows.
- Move slowly instead of sliding in a rush.
Common mistakes
- Hips pike up as you slide back. Keep your hips level with your shoulders.
- Wrists bend awkwardly against the floor. Keep your forearms flat and wrists neutral.
- Core relaxes between each glide. Brace your core through the entire movement.
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