London Bridge

Setup

1. 01Set a sturdy bar, rings, or partner support at roughly hip to chest height.
2. 02Grip the support with both hands about shoulder width apart.
3. 03Walk the feet forward until the body forms a straight line under the support.
4. 04Brace the trunk and set the shoulder blades down and back.

Execution

1. 01Pull the chest up toward the support and hold at the chosen arm angle.
2. 02Keep the body rigid from heels to head for the full hold.
3. 03Breathe shallowly while maintaining tension.
4. 04Lower with control at the end of the hold rather than dropping.

Checkpoints

• -Hips stay in line with shoulders and heels; no sagging.
• -Shoulder blades stay engaged, not hanging passively.
• -Elbow angle stays constant through the hold.
• -Grip stays secure with wrists straight.

Common mistakes

• -Letting the hips drop and turning it into a slack hang.
• -Holding the breath completely and losing the position at the end.
• -Shrugging into the ears instead of depressing the shoulder blades.
• -Choosing a body angle too horizontal for the current strength level.