Front Lever
Gym Exercise Card
Equipment
The front lever is a challenging calisthenics exercise that targets the core, back, and shoulders. It involves holding the body parallel to the ground using upper body strength, providing significant core engagement and improving overall body control and strength.
How to do it
- Grip the dip bar with both hands, shoulder-width apart.
- Engage your core and lift your body until it's parallel to the ground.
- Keep your body straight and hold this position, maintaining tension.
- Focus on keeping your shoulders retracted and core tight.
- Slowly lower yourself back to the starting position.
Muscles worked
Primary Latissimus Dorsi Rectus Abdominis
Secondary Deltoid Posterior Erector Spinae Obliques Triceps Brachii