Hanging Straight Leg Raise
Learn how to do the Hanging Straight Leg Raise with proper form and technique. This body weight exercise primarily targets your Abs, with secondary emphasis on Hip Flexors.
How to Do the Hanging Straight Leg Raise
Follow these steps to perform the Hanging Straight Leg Raise with correct form:
- 1Hang from a pull-up bar with your arms fully extended and your palms facing away from you.
- 2Engage your core and lift your legs up in front of you, keeping them straight.
- 3Continue lifting until your legs are parallel to the ground or as high as you can comfortably go.
- 4Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your legs back down to the starting position.
- 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Hanging Straight Leg Raise Muscles Worked
Primary
Secondary
Exercise Details
- Equipment
- body weight
- Body Part
- waist
- Category
- Main
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Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does the Hanging Straight Leg Raise work?
The Hanging Straight Leg Raise primarily targets your Abs. Secondary muscles worked include Hip Flexors. This makes it an effective exercise for developing your waist.
Do I need equipment for the Hanging Straight Leg Raise?
No. The Hanging Straight Leg Raise is a bodyweight exercise that requires no equipment. You can perform it anywhere with enough space.
How do I perform the Hanging Straight Leg Raise with proper form?
Start by hang from a pull-up bar with your arms fully extended and your palms facing away from you.. Engage your core and lift your legs up in front of you, keeping them straight. Continue lifting until your legs are parallel to the ground or as high as you can comfortably go. Focus on controlled movement throughout the entire range of motion. See the full step-by-step instructions above for complete form guidance.
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