Hanging Leg Raise

About the movement

A hanging core movement that crushes your lower abs. You also get a grip and shoulder endurance bonus just from hanging.

How to do it

1. 1

   Hang from a pull-up bar with arms fully extended and shoulders active.

2. 2

   Without swinging, raise your legs until they are parallel to the floor or higher.

3. 3

   Pause briefly at the top, then lower your legs under control.

4. 4

   Stop the rep the moment you start swinging.

Form tips

• •Keep your legs straight to emphasize the abs; bend knees to make it easier.
• •Do not swing; momentum steals the work from your core.
• •If you cannot raise straight legs, start with knees tucked to your chest.