Get My Calisthenics Programs: https://fitnessfaqs.com

The front lever is a Calisthenics exercise everyone should aim to master. This FitnessFAQs tutorial is going to discuss the worst front lever progression, the ice cream maker exercise.

The problem with Ice Cream Makers is the idea of combining bent and straight arm strength. This is not an optimal exercise for developing either attribute as simultaneous training leads to excessive, unproductive fatigue.

The best progression beginners should use in there workouts are the front lever raise aka front lever pull or eccentrics. These movements effectively target the front lever muscles and improve scapula strength into retraction and depression. Additionally, this is being done through a full range of motion with a strict straight arm technique. Get ready for stronger shoulder extension by developing the latissimus dorsi, rhomboids, trapezius, triceps and much more.

Now concerning bent arm pulling, front lever rows or front lever pull ups are not the best use of time either. This is because the exercise have high strength requisites and are difficult to consistently overload. Instead, invest into the bodyweight row and weighted pullup!

Follow Me:
  / fitnessfaqs  
  / fitnessfaqs