Front Lever
Advanced · Published guide v1
The front lever is an advanced straight-arm skill requiring substantial shoulder, back, core, and connective-tissue readiness. Progress through easier lever positions first.
Know what the movement asks of you.
Stressed areas
- shoulders
- elbows
- upper back
- forearms
- core
Setup
- Use a stable bar with adequate clearance
- Ensure enough space for the full body to extend horizontally
- Enter the progression under control
Check the prerequisites first.
Review these movement-specific safety notes before training. Measurable prerequisites can be checked against recorded evidence; the remaining notes are guidance.
- Prerequisite 01
Strong and comfortable hanging position
- Prerequisite 02
Good scapular control
- Prerequisite 03
Experience with easier front lever progressions
- Prerequisite 04
Ability to maintain straight-arm tension without pain
Things to consider before the attempt.
- Do not force a full lever before easier progressions are controlled
- Avoid suddenly dropping out of the hold
- Keep the elbows controlled rather than allowing unintended bending
Know when to stop.
Stop guidance is always available as part of the published movement reference and is independent from AI or subscription access.
- Stop 01
Sharp shoulder or elbow pain
- Stop 02
Loss of grip
- Stop 03
Inability to control entry or exit
- Stop 04
Sudden loss of straight-arm control
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