Muscles Involved
- Rectus Abdominis - Primary
- Hip Flexors - Primary
- Serratus Anterior - Primary
Category
Bodyweight
Highlights
- Keep your upper body tight to minimize sway or swinging.
- Push armpits towards your hips to help lock in shoulders.
- Make sure to pull your pelvis forwards to engage your abs, not just hip flexors.
- Raise knees up higher over time as strength improves.
Description
The bent knee L-sit is a core and hip flexor exercise that builds core strength, stability, and shoulder endurance. It can be performed using a pull up bar as in our video example, arm slings or paral
Common Mistakes
Do not swing. Do not hyperextend your back during the movement. Do not roun
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Pro Tips
Slowly straightening your knees over time can help bridge the gap between b
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Purpose
The Bent Knee L-Sit exercise is excellent for developing the lower abdomina
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Form
Your hips should not rock back too far when performing the Bent Knee L Sit
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Additional Names
Bent Leg L Sit, L Sit Knees Bent
