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What is the Back lever?
The back lever is an advanced calisthenics exercise that requires solid upper body strength and good balance. It primarily focuses on the muscles of the shoulders, back, and abdomen. Mastering this impressive move takes time and patience, but offers significant rewards in functional strength and body control.
How to properly perform the Back lever
- Hang from a pull-up bar with an overhand grip, arms fully extended.
- Lift your legs and bring your body into a horizontal position, keeping your arms straight.
- Hold this position for as long as possible.
- Lower back down to the starting position slowly.
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