The L-sit supports the body on the hands with straight legs about 90 degrees to the torso. It is a static strength exercise.

Muscle group: Abdominal

Steps

Place your hands beside your body and lift your hips and feet off the floor with knees initially tucked. Practise this supported tuck until you can hold at least 10–15 seconds. Then extend your legs forward to parallel with the floor while maintaining straight-arm support and core tension. Lower under control.

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