How to do the Elbow Lever, step by step
- Set your hands close together, fingers pointing back or out.
- Brace your elbows into your hips.
- Lean your torso forward.
- Straighten your legs, lift them off the floor, and hold your body horizontal.
Common mistakes and how to fix them
- Elbows slip awaybring your hands closer together.
- Hips sagtighten your whole body.
How to scale the Elbow Lever
If you can't do the movement cleanly yet or the workout is too heavy, use one of these variations:
- Legs bent
- Feet on an elevated surface
Also known as
Peacock
These descriptions are general guidance and don't replace a coach. Have someone at your box show you new movements, and stop if anything hurts.