Front Lever Hold

Hang and hold the body horizontal, face up, in one rigid line; timed.

Front Lever Hold, illustrated

How to do it

Setup

Hang from the bar, shoulders active, body tight.

Steps

  1. Pull the body to horizontal, face up.
  2. Hold one rigid line, lats pressing the bar down.
  3. Time the hold; lower with control.

Common mistakes

Hips sagging out of line: tuck or single-leg progressions first. Arms bending: straight-arm strength IS the skill. Holding breath: short breaths keep the line.

Breathing

Short steady breaths.