How to Do an Elbow Lever

By Bobbi Miller

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An elbow lever is a basic gymnastics move based on strength and balance.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Step1
Start the elbow lever on the floor on your hands and knees.
Step2
Turn your hands so that your fingers point out to the sides or even slightly backwards.
Step3
Bend your elbows and stick them in your sides. They tuck in close to your hips.
Step4
Lean forward on your elbows (lever) and squeeze your glutes and hamstrings to lift your feet up.
Step5
Look up to keep your back strait.
Step6
Now you can do an elbow lever!

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