How to Do L Sit Hold

L Sit Hold is a core exercise using bodyweight, listed as advanced in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Primary muscle

Core

Equipment

Bodyweight

Difficulty

Advanced

01 / Move with control

How to perform

How to do L Sit Hold

  1. 01Sit on the floor with your legs extended straight and hands placed beside your hips.
  2. 02Press your palms firmly into the ground and engage your triceps to lift your torso.
  3. 03Lift your legs off the floor while keeping them perfectly straight and toes pointed.
  4. 04Maintain a 90 degree angle between your torso and your quads.
  5. 05Hold the position while maintaining a steady breathing pattern and a proud chest.

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02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by L Sit Hold

Primary Stabiliser Inactive

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Primary movers

  • Core Stabilises the spine and transfers force.

Stabilisers

  • Lower back Stabilises the spine during lifts and bends.
  • Forearms Grips and stabilises the wrist under load.

03 / A90 Coach

A90 Coach tip

Depress your scapula aggressively into the floor or handles to create the necessary height for leg clearance.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

L Sit Hold questions

What muscles does L Sit Hold work?

L Sit Hold is catalogued as a core exercise in A90 Training Club, with the core as its primary muscle group.

How do you do L Sit Hold correctly?

Sit on the floor with your legs extended straight and hands placed beside your hips. Press your palms firmly into the ground and engage your triceps to lift your torso. Lift your legs off the floor while keeping them perfectly straight and toes pointed. Maintain a 90 degree angle between your torso and your quads. Hold the position while maintaining a steady breathing pattern and a proud chest.

What is the A90 coach tip for L Sit Hold?

Depress your scapula aggressively into the floor or handles to create the necessary height for leg clearance.

Is L Sit Hold suitable for beginners?

L Sit Hold is rated advanced in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Do you need equipment for L Sit Hold?

No. L Sit Hold is listed as a bodyweight movement in the A90 catalogue, so you can train it with no kit.

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