Human Flag
The Human Flag (OG Level 9) is an advanced lateral lever hold in which the body is suspended horizontally to the side of a vertical pole or stall bars. It combines straight-arm overhead pushing in the bottom arm, straight-arm pulling in the top arm, and maximal coronal-plane anti-flexion torque across the obliques, quadratus lumborum, and gluteus medius.
12 Strict Pull-Ups + 8 Wall HSPUs + 15s Vertical Chamber Flag
3 sets × 8s horizontal hold on both left and right sides
Pure Isometric / Bodyweight Node
Step-by-Step Biomechanical Execution
Mixed Vertical Grip Setup
Place the bottom hand in a supinated (thumb-down) grip at hip height and the top hand in a pronated grip overhead.
Push-Pull Couple & Horizontal Extension
Push hard through the bottom arm while pulling with the top arm, lowering or pressing the legs into a horizontal line.
Primary & Secondary Muscles
Primary Prime Movers
Secondary Stabilizers
Technical Coaching Cues
- Lock both elbows completely—especially the bottom pushing arm
- Keep hips stacked vertically so the torso faces forward without twisting
Common Biomechanical Mistakes & Energy Leaks
Avoid these structural faults to protect tendons and qualify for strict hold/rep standards.
Correction: Focus 70% of conscious effort on pushing the pole away with the bottom shoulder and locked triceps.
Prerequisite Exercises
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