Front Lever Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head, Tensor Fasciae Latae, Biceps Brachii, Obliques, Pectoralis Major Sternal Head, Iliopsoas, Triceps Brachii, Brachioradialis, Quadriceps, Brachialis
- Intensity
- high
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- advanced
- Estimated Calories
- 8
- Alternate Names
- Lever Front Hold
How to: Front Lever
- Start by hanging from a pull-up bar with an overhand grip.
- Pull your body upwards while keeping your legs straight.
- Bring your legs parallel to the ground, keeping your body in a strait line.
- Hold this position as long as possible, maintaining tension in your core and arms.
- Lower yourself back down in a controlled manner.
Common Mistakes
- Not engaging the core properly.
- Allowing the back to sag.
- Using momentum rather than strength.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise with bent knees if straight legs are too challenging.
- Use assisted variations like the tucked front lever for beginners.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement to maintain stability.
- Focus on keeping your body straight and avoid sagging or arching your back.
- Start with easier progressions if you struggle with the full levitation.
Front Lever Alternatives
Tags
core
strength
advanced
gymnastics
bodyweight
waist