Front Lever Raise: How-to, Tips & More
The Front Lever Raise is a advanced compound exercise for your lats. You do it with pull up bar. It is a good fit when your goal is both strength and muscle growth.
Besides the lats, it also works your core and rear delts, so it fits well in a session that trains those muscles together.
Muscles worked
Lats
Primary
Core
Secondary
Rear delts
Secondary
How to do the Front Lever Raise
- Hang from a bar with straight arms.
- Pull the bar down toward your hips with straight arms while lifting your body.
- Rise until your body is level with the floor.
- Lower slowly back to the hang.
Front Lever Raise tips
- Tuck your knees to make it easier while you build up.
Sets and reps
Most lifters do well with 3 to 8 reps per set, and 3 to 8 reps is where this exercise tends to work best. Use a weight that leaves one or two reps in reserve on every set, and add weight once you can complete all your sets at the top of the range.
Equipment
Pull up bar
Type
Compound
Front Lever Raise alternatives
More lats exercises
Assisted Chin Up
Assisted pull up machine
Assisted Pull-Up
Assisted pull up machine
Back Lever
Pull up bar
Band Bent Over Row
Resistance band
Cable Pullover
Cable machine
Child Pose
Bodyweight
Frequently asked questions
What muscles does the Front Lever Raise work?
The Front Lever Raise mainly works your lats, with help from your core and rear delts.
How many sets and reps should I do?
A good starting point is 3 to 8 reps per set, and many lifters get the best results between 3 to 8 reps. Use a weight that leaves one or two reps in reserve.
Is the Front Lever Raise good for beginners?
It is rated advanced, so it is better to build a base with simpler movements first and add it when your technique is solid.
What equipment do I need for the Front Lever Raise?
You need pull up bar.
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