Exercises / Intermediate
L-sit to straddle planche
- Triceps
- Abs
- Hip Flexors
- Anterior Deltoid
- Lower Chest
- Serratus
- Upper Chest
- Upper Trapezius
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- Level
- Intermediate
- Muscles
- 8
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
01 / Steps
How to do it
Get into a L-sit position with your legs straight, hold the position for at least 3 seconds, then bring your legs in and transition to a straddle planche, also holding that position.
Return to the L-sit to complete one repetition.
02 / Muscles
Muscles worked
Triceps
Abs
Hip Flexors
Anterior Deltoid
Lower Chest
Serratus
Upper Chest
Upper Trapezius
03 / Skills
What it trains
How demanding this exercise is for each physical ability.
- Strength65
- Explosivity0
- Technique60
- Cardio5
- Mobility20
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