Ring L-sit Pullups

Explanatory Video

Description

A pullup performed on rings while holding an L-sit, targeting the core, back, and arms.

Difficulty & Category

Advanced

Dynamic

Affected Muscles

Latissimus Dorsi

Rectus Abdominis

Biceps Brachii

Teres Major

Rhomboid Major

Transversus Abdominis

Trapezius (Middle)

Flexor Carpi Radialis

Body Areas

Back

Core

Arms

Forearms

Similar Exercises

The Ring Muscle Up is a complex upper body exercise that combines a pull-up and a dip in one fluid motion. To perform this exercise, start by hanging from the rings with a false grip, where your wrists are above the rings. Initiate the movement by pulling yourself up explosively, keeping the rings close to your body. As you reach the top of the pull-up, transition by rotating your wrists and pushing your chest over the rings. Finish by pressing down into a dip position, fully extending your arms. Control the descent back to the starting position. This exercise requires significant upper body strength and coordination.

Dynamic

Advanced

Skill

A combination of a pullup and an L-sit, targeting the back, arms, and core simultaneously.

Dynamic

Advanced

Last updated: 3/6/2026