Elbow Lever

Explanatory Video

Description

The Elbow Lever is a static balance move where the body is held horizontal to the ground, supported by the elbows tucked into the midsection.

  • Setup: Place your hands on the floor with fingers pointing backward or slightly outward.
  • Placement: Lean forward and tuck your elbows firmly into your lower abdomen or hip bones.
  • Transition: Shift your weight forward onto your arms while simultaneously lifting your legs off the ground.
  • Hold: Engage your core and back muscles to keep your body in a straight, horizontal line parallel to the floor. Keep your head up and look forward.

Difficulty & Category

Intermediate
Isometric

Affected Muscles

Rectus Abdominis
Erector Spinae
Triceps Brachii
Deltoid (Anterior)
Flexor Carpi Radialis

Body Areas

Core
Back
Arms
Shoulders
Forearms

Equipment

Parallettes
Last updated: 2/26/2026