L Pull-up

Muscle Groups: Lats, Abs, Obliques

L Pull-up focuses on Lats, Abs, Obliques, with Traps, Biceps, Forearm, Quads, Hips, Shoulders working as supporting muscles.

How to Perform

Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform L Pull-up with proper form and technique.

  1. 1

    Start by hanging from a pull-up bar with an overhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart. Keep your legs lifted in front of you to form an 'L' shape.

  2. 2

    Engage your lats and core as you pull your body up towards the bar, keeping your legs straight and held in the 'L' position.

  3. 3

    Pause at the top, ensuring your chin is above the bar, then slowly lower yourself back to the starting position while maintaining the 'L' shape.

Tips for Success

These tips will help you perform L Pull-up safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.

  • Keep your core tight throughout the movement to avoid swinging or using momentum.

  • Avoid letting your legs drop; maintain the 'L' position for proper engagement and stability.

  • Don't rush the lowering phase; control your descent to protect your muscles and joints.

Secondary Muscles

While L Pull-up primarily targets Lats, Abs, Obliques , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Traps, Biceps, Forearm, Quads, Hips, Shoulders . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.

Related Exercises

If you enjoyed L Pull-up, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.

These exercises work the same primary muscles as L Pull-up, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.

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