Tuck Planche
Advanced bodyweight hold where your body is horizontal and parallel to the ground. Progression toward full planche.
Instructions
- Sit on the ground with legs extended in front of you.
- Place your hands on the ground beside your hips, fingers pointing forward.
- Press through your hands to lift your hips off the ground.
- Draw your knees to your chest to reduce leverage and maintain the position.
- Keep your shoulders directly over your hands.
- Maintain this horizontal position for the desired duration.
Tips
- Shift your shoulders forward to reduce the load on your arms and chest.
- Keep your core engaged to maintain body alignment.
- Practice progressively longer holds as you build strength.
- Avoid rotating your torso or allowing your hips to drop.
Recommended starting values
Sensible novice starting points for each goal, for a lifter aged 25–40. Scale down for smaller frames or older lifters. Treat the first set of any session as a discovery set.
| Goal | Sets | Hold |
|---|---|---|
| Gain strength | 3 | 5 s |
| Build muscle | 3 | 10 s |
| Build endurance | 3 | 15 s |
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