sphinx
sphinx is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Lie face down on the ground with your forearms flat on the floor, elbows directly under your shoulders.
Step 2
Engage your core and lift your chest off the ground, keeping your forearms and toes on the floor.
Step 3
Hold this position for a few seconds, making sure to keep your neck in a neutral position.
Step 4
Slowly lower your chest back down to the starting position.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
Primary body parts
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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