Full Planche
The top of the planche progression: the whole body straight and level above the floor, legs together, balanced on locked arms.
How to do it
Setup
Hands shoulder-width on the floor, fingers pointing out, elbows locked, the shoulders well in front of the hands.
Steps
- Lean forward and lift the legs together until the body is level.
- Hold the straight line from the shoulders to the feet.
- Lower the feet under control to finish.
Common mistakes
Piking at the hips: squeeze the glutes and point the feet back. Elbows softening: the arms stay locked; go back to the straddle if they bend. Head craning up: keep the neck long, eyes on the floor ahead.
Breathing
Steady throughout; never held.
