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Dragon Flag guide
The Dragon Flag is a advanced-level isolation bodyweight exercise that primarily targets the Rectus Abdominis. Set up with a braced, stable base, move through a full range of motion under control, and progressively add weight or reps over time to keep getting stronger.
What muscles does the dragon flag work?
The Dragon Flag primarily trains the Rectus Abdominis, with the core as the target group. Train it as part of a balanced core routine.
How do you do the dragon flag?
To do the Dragon Flag: set up at the bodyweight with a stable, braced position — feet planted and core tight; take a grip or stance that lets your core drive the movement through its full range of motion; lower under control, then drive back to the start, keeping tension on the rectus abdominis; avoid momentum, breathe through each rep, and stop 1–2 reps short of failure on most working sets.
- Set up at the bodyweight with a stable, braced position — feet planted and core tight.
- Take a grip or stance that lets your core drive the movement through its full range of motion.
- Lower under control, then drive back to the start, keeping tension on the rectus abdominis.
- Avoid momentum, breathe through each rep, and stop 1–2 reps short of failure on most working sets.
What are the most common dragon flag mistakes?
- Using momentum or bouncing instead of controlled tension.
- Cutting the range of motion short to move more weight.
- Adding load before the current weight is clean for every rep.
Dragon Flag alternatives
Dragon Flag FAQ.
What muscles does the Dragon Flag work?
The Dragon Flag primarily targets the Rectus Abdominis, training the Core as the main muscle group.
Is the Dragon Flag a compound or isolation exercise?
The Dragon Flag is an isolation exercise — it focuses on one muscle, which is useful for targeting and bringing up weak points.
What equipment do I need for the Dragon Flag?
You need no equipment — just your bodyweight. Difficulty is rated advanced.
What are good alternatives to the Dragon Flag?
Good core alternatives include Plank, Crunch, Side Plank.
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