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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
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How to perform

  1. Support the body on the hands and depress the shoulders.
  2. Lift the legs into an L position as high as you can control.
  3. 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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