Back lever demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Attach a wide bar to the top pulley of a machine and sit down, grabbing it with an overhand grip
  • 2With your elbows slightly bent, pull down the bar till it reaches your upper chest
  • 3Return the bar back up until your arms and shoulders are fully extended
  • 4Repeat the movement for the prescribed number of repetitions

Tips:

  • Keep your torso stationary during the exercise
  • Pull the bar down using your back muscles not your arms
  • Avoid leaning back too much when pulling down
  • Always perform the exercise slowly and control the movement

Back lever Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs