straddlyL-Sit Pull-Up
Muscles worked
Main muscles
- Iliopsoas
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Rectus Abdominis
Also working
- Biceps Brachii (Long Head)
- Biceps Brachii (Short Head)
- Brachialis
- Rectus Femoris
- Teres Major
- Trapezius (Lower)
What it is
A pull-up done while holding the legs straight out in front at hip height. Holding the L stops any kipping and adds heavy core work. Keep the legs up for the whole set.
Technique tips
- Lift the legs to hip height before pulling
- Keep the knees locked
- Pull the chest toward the bar
- Lower without dropping the legs
How to track your progress
Log reps, and add the extra load if you wear a belt or a vest. Straddly counts your bodyweight in the estimated max, so added weight and extra reps both show up as progress, and new records are flagged during the session.
