Exercises / Intermediate
Advanced l-sit on parallel bars
- Abs
- Triceps
- Hip Flexors
- Rear Deltoid
- Lower Chest
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- Level
- Intermediate
- Muscles
- 5
- Equipment
- Parallettes
On this page
01 / Steps
How to do it
Get into an L-sit position with your legs parallel to the floor, completely straight and toes pointed.
Then try to bring your hips forward a bit, slightly arching your back if necessary.
You will feel the back of your shoulders working.
02 / Muscles
Muscles worked
Abs
Triceps
Hip Flexors
Rear Deltoid
Lower Chest
03 / Skills
What it trains
How demanding this exercise is for each physical ability.
- Strength30
- Explosivity0
- Technique30
- Cardio0
- Mobility30
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