Tucked L-Sit

Explanatory Video

Description

The Tucked L-Sit is an isometric hold that builds core strength and scapular depression. To perform it, place your hands on the floor or parallettes. Press down firmly to lift your hips off the ground, keeping your arms completely locked. Pull your knees toward your chest as high as possible while keeping your back as straight as you can. Focus on keeping your shoulders away from your ears by depressing your scapula throughout the hold.

Difficulty & Category

Intermediate

Isometric

Affected Muscles

Rectus Abdominis

Triceps Brachii

Deltoid (Anterior)

Trapezius (Lower)

Pectoralis Major

Body Areas

Core

Arms

Shoulders

Back

Equipment

Parallettes

Dip Bar

Rings

Similar Exercises

A static hold where the body is supported by the arms with legs extended forward parallel to the ground, intensely engaging the core.

Isometric

Intermediate

Skill

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

Dynamic

Advanced

Hanging Leg Raises are a core strengthening exercise that primarily targets the rectus abdominis and hip flexors. To perform this exercise, hang from a pull-up bar with an overhand grip, arms fully extended and feet off the ground. Engage your core and, keeping your legs straight, lift them until they are parallel to the ground. Hold briefly at the top, then slowly lower your legs back to the starting position. Ensure your movements are controlled to maximize muscle engagement and minimize swinging.

Dynamic

Intermediate