Hanging Leg Raise
Raising your legs while hanging from a bar: one of the toughest lower-ab movements.
- Sets
- 3
- Reps
- 8-12
- Rest
- 90 s
- Difficulty
- Advanced
BodyweightSecondary muscles: Arms
Movement Pattern
Targeted Muscles
How to Perform
- 01Hang from the bar with active shoulders (away from your ears).
- 02Raise your legs as straight as possible.
- 03Lower with resistance, without swinging.
Form Tips
- No momentum; the movement is slow and controlled.
- Start with bent knees (knee raises) if needed.
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