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Hanging Leg Raises

Execution Guide

  1. Hang from a pull-up bar with an overhand grip.
  2. Keep your core tight to prevent swinging.
  3. Raise your legs with knees straight (or bent for easier variation).
  4. Lift until your legs are parallel to the floor or higher.
  5. Lower slowly back to the starting position.

Range of Motion

Legs hanging straight down to legs at or above hip level.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • ×Swinging to generate momentum
  • ×Dropping the legs too fast
  • ×Not engaging the core (using momentum instead)

Prescription

3Sets
10-15Reps
Rest interval48-72 hours

Goal

Target the lower abdominals with a hanging leg raise

Difficulty

Advanced

Burn (10m)

50-70

Equipment

Pull-up Bar

Anatomy

Primary
Rectus Abdominis (Lower)
Secondary
Hip FlexorsForearmsObliques