L-sit

A support hold with straight legs raised in front, building core and hip flexor strength.

• Muscle group: Core
• Equipment: Dip bars
• Difficulty: Advanced

Also known as: L sit hold, L-sit on parallettes, L-sit hold, L-sit på dipstativ

How to do it

1. Support yourself on dip bars or the floor with straight arms and shoulders pressed down away from the ears.
2. Lift your legs in front of you until they are as close to parallel with the floor as you can manage.
3. Hold with a tight core and breathe steadily; bend your knees if you cannot keep the legs up.

Common mistakes

• Shrugging the shoulders up toward the ears.
• Rounding the back and letting the legs sink as you tire.

Alternatives

• Hollow hold
• Hanging leg raise
• Plank
• Hanging knee raise
• Toes-to-bar

Watch a video demonstration on YouTube

“Home L-Sit Workout For Absolute Beginners | NO EQUIPMENT (Calisthenics for Beginners)” by Ashton Fitness (opens YouTube)

General technique guidance, not individual advice. Stop if something hurts and talk to a professional about injuries.