Across-Body Knee Bear Hold Tap
The Across-Body Knee Bear Hold Tap mainly works the core. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
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Across-Body Knee Bear Hold Tap Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Obliques; Deep Core (transverse abdominis)
How to do the Across-Body Knee Bear Hold Tap
Setup
Begin on your hands and knees in a tabletop position on a mat.
Keep wrists directly under your shoulders and knees directly under your hips.
Tuck your toes and lift your knees just an inch or two off the floor, keeping your back flat.
Movement
While maintaining a stable, hovering bear hold position with your core engaged, lift one hand off the floor.
Tap the opposite knee with your hand, ensuring your hips and torso do not rotate or shift side-to-side.
Place your hand back on the floor and repeat the motion with the opposite hand
Continue alternating sides while keeping your spine straight and gaze slightly forward to maintain neutral neck alignment.
Across-Body Knee Bear Hold Tap FAQs
What muscles does the Across-Body Knee Bear Hold Tap work?
The Across-Body Knee Bear Hold Tap mainly works the core. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis, obliques and transverse abdominis.
What equipment do you need for the Across-Body Knee Bear Hold Tap?
None. The Across-Body Knee Bear Hold Tap is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
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