Demo & instructions
L-Sit
Also known as: Parallette L-Sit, Support L Hold
Instructions
A support hold on parallettes or dip bars with both legs held straight out in front, the body forming a capital L. It demands strong hip flexors, abs and shoulders that can press down against the whole bodyweight.
- Movement
- Anti-extension
- Type
- Compound
- Level
- Advanced
- Typical range
- 5–30 sec
Setup
- 1Grip the parallettes or dip bars and press up to a straight-arm support.
- 2Pull the shoulders down away from the ears and tuck the knees to start.
Execution
- 1Extend both legs straight forward until they are level with the floor, toes pointed.
- 2Push down through locked arms and round the upper back a little to keep the hips lifted.
- 3Hold for the target time, then tuck the legs and lower.
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