CORE · COMPOUND
L-Sit
An isometric support position with the legs held straight in front of the body.
Primary musclesCore
Secondary musclesHip flexors, Triceps, Shoulders
EquipmentParallettes or dip bars
DifficultyAdvanced · Isometric Compression
How to perform
- Support the body on the hands and depress the shoulders.
- Lift the legs into an L position as high as you can control.
- Hold without collapsing the trunk.
Tips
- Control the movement and use a range you can repeat consistently.
- Choose a load or variation that lets you keep the core as the intended focus.
Common mistakes
- Using more load or speed than you can control.
- Losing stable body position during the difficult portion.
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