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Core · Intermediate

Sandbag Hug Walk

Bear-hug sandbag carry developing anterior-load bracing, upper-back endurance, and controlled walking.

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Sandbag Hug Walk demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

CoreUpper BackBicepsForearmsQuadricepsGlutes

Equipment

Sandbag

Sets × time

3 × 30 sec

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Lift the sandbag safely to the lap, then wrap both arms around it and secure it tightly against the chest.
  2. 02Stand tall with the ribs stacked over the pelvis and the bag held high enough to avoid obstructing the legs.
  3. 03Walk forward using short, deliberate steps while maintaining even pressure through both arms.
  4. 04Keep the chest lifted and avoid leaning backward or allowing the bag to slide downward.
  5. 05Stop in control and lower the bag through the lap to the floor with a braced trunk.

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