L-Sit to Shoulder Stand

Setup: Sit on the floor or parallettes with legs extended straight in front, hands beside hips, arms straight, core engaged.

Movement: Lift hips and legs into an “L” position, then continue raising hips and legs overhead to transition into a shoulder stand. Lower back down under control to starting position.

Standards:

• Legs fully extended throughout
• Controlled transition from L-Sit to shoulder stand
• Arms stable and supporting balance

Focus Points: Engage core and shoulders, control hips and legs, maintain smooth transition, avoid collapsing the spine.