L Drill
Description
The L-drill (also called the three-cone drill) is a standard NFL combine agility test where you sprint between three cones arranged in an L-shape, executing tight turns at each cone. It tests acceleration, deceleration, and change-of-direction ability in one short drill — typically completed in 6 to 7 seconds.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
L Drill Instructions
- Set up three cones in an L-shape: one start cone, one cone 5 yards forward, and a third cone 5 yards to the right of the second cone.
- Start in a three-point stance at the start cone.
- Sprint forward 5 yards to the second cone. Touch it with your right hand.
- Sprint back 5 yards to the start cone. Touch it with your right hand.
- Sprint forward 5 yards to the second cone again.
- At the second cone, weave around it and sprint 5 yards to the third cone.
- Loop around the third cone and sprint back through the second cone, weaving around it again.
- Sprint past the start cone to finish. Time yourself — sub-7 seconds is excellent.
L Drill Form & Visual
L Drill Benefits
- Tests acceleration, deceleration, and change-of-direction
- Standard NFL combine drill
- Builds tight-turn ability
- Develops sport-specific agility
- Easy to set up with three cones
- Measurable benchmark for athletic progress
L Drill Muscles Worked
- Quadriceps
- Hamstrings
- Gluteus maximus and medius
- Calves
- Hip flexors
- Core (stabilizer)
L Drill Variations & Alternatives
- T-Drill
- Pro Agility Drill (5-10-5)
- Agility Ladder Drill
- Box Drill
- Star Drill
