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Lever Negative Front

The Lever Negative Front mainly works the back and core, with help from the shoulders. You'll need: pull up bar.

Lever Negative Front demo video 2
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Required Equipment

Pull Up Bar
Pull Up Bar

Lever Negative Front Muscles Worked

Primary

Lats (latissimus dorsi); Abdominals (rectus abdominis)

Secondary

Outer Lats (teres major); Rear Shoulder (Delts) (posterior deltoid)

How to do the Lever Negative Front

  1. Grab the pull-up bar with an overhand grip and lift your body up into an inverted hang position with straight arms.

  2. Engage your core and back muscles tightly while keeping your body completely straight.

  3. Slowly lower your entire body down in a controlled motion, fighting gravity as you move toward a horizontal front lever position.

  4. Keep your arms locked straight and your legs extended throughout the entire descent.

  5. Once you reach the bottom or can no longer hold the position, release safely and reset for the next repetition.

Lever Negative Front FAQs

What muscles does the Lever Negative Front work?

The Lever Negative Front mainly works the back and core, with help from the shoulders. The main muscles are the latissimus dorsi and rectus abdominis.

What equipment do you need for the Lever Negative Front?

Pull up bar.

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