Hanging Leg Raise

Learn how to perform the Hanging Leg Raise, a expert exercise that targets the abdominals using body only. Includes step-by-step instructions.

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Starting position of Hanging Leg Raise
Starting position of Hanging Leg Raise
Ending position of Hanging Leg Raise
Ending position of Hanging Leg Raise

Instructions

  1. Hang from a chin-up bar with both arms extended at arms length in top of you using either a wide grip or a medium grip. The legs should be straight down with the pelvis rolled slightly backwards. This will be your starting position.
  2. Raise your legs until the torso makes a 90-degree angle with the legs. Exhale as you perform this movement and hold the contraction for a second or so.
  3. Go back slowly to the starting position as you breathe in.
  4. Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

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