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. 2018 Oct 18;23(6):506–515. doi: 10.1016/j.bjpt.2018.10.003

Abdominal bracing exercises (weight bearing)

Exercise Criterion for progression
For progression to abdominal bracing in weight-bearing positions, the individual should be able to complete 20 reps × 8 s hold of abdominal bracing with bridging
Abdominal bracing in standing Able to complete 30 reps × 8 s hold
Isometric Torsion
(standing row in slight trunk flexion with one hand used as support on a table)
Able to complete 20 reps on each side (6 s count)
Abdominal Bracing with walking Goal is to walk for 10 min with abdominal bracing (8 s hold and 10 s rest)