Straddle Front Lever Negative

Explanatory Video

Description

Start in an inverted hang on the bar or rings. Open your legs into a wide straddle position. While keeping your arms completely straight, slowly lower your body until you reach a horizontal position, and then continue until you are hanging vertically. Maintain a flat back and an engaged core throughout the entire range of motion. Focus on pushing the bar or rings down toward your hips to engage the lats. The goal is to control the descent as slowly and evenly as possible.

Difficulty & Category

Advanced
Dynamic

Affected Muscles

Latissimus Dorsi
Rectus Abdominis
Deltoid (Posterior)
Rhomboid Major
Trapezius (Lower)
Teres Major
Triceps Brachii

Body Areas

Back
Core
Shoulders
Arms

Equipment

Pull-Up Bar
Rings
High Bar
Last updated: 3/1/2026