Bodyweight

Dragonflag

Dragonflag is an advanced bodyweight exercise for the full core, challenging abs and lower back to build strength and stability. Renowned for effectively sculpting a sturdy, defined midsection.

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Dragonflag instructions

Step-by-step instructions

1

Start by lying flat on your back on the floor or a bench and grasp something above your head.

2

Next, quickly raise both legs up at the same time while keeping them together until they're pointing towards the ceiling.

3

At the same time, lift your hips and lower back off the ground by using your shoulder blades to hold up your weight.

4

Try to keep your body as straight as possible while you're in this position.

5

Slowly lower your legs and hips back down to the starting position. This completes one repetition.

Start by lying flat on your back on the floor or a bench and grasp something above your head.

Next, quickly raise both legs up at the same time while keeping them together until they're pointing towards the ceiling.

At the same time, lift your hips and lower back off the ground by using your shoulder blades to hold up your weight.

Try to keep your body as straight as possible while you're in this position.

Slowly lower your legs and hips back down to the starting position. This completes one repetition.

Equipment needed

Bands

Barbell

Battle Ropes

Bench

Bosu

Box

Cables

Dip Bar

Dumbbell

EZ Curl Bar

Hex Bar

Kettlebell

Ladder

Machine

Pull-Up Bar

Yoga Ball

Muscles used

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Back

Front

Strength distributions

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