Straddle Front Lever

Straight, split legs: almost the full lever. Opening the legs wider makes it easier.

• Isolation
• Bodyweight
• Advanced

How to do it

• Legs straight and open in a V
• Body in one line from shoulders to feet
• Squeeze your glutes and abs so you do not arch

Sets, reps and tempo

Ranges: 4–6 sets of 3–10 s

Tempo: Enter the position under control, hold with constant tension, and come out before your form breaks

Common mistakes

• Arching the lower back
• Bending the knees without logging it as another step

Muscles worked

Primary

• Lats

Secondary

• Core / abs
• Rear delt
• Biceps

Alternatives

• Advanced Tuck Front Lever
• Full Front Lever