Hanging Knee Raise
Muscle Groups: Abs, Quads
Hanging Knee Raise focuses on Abs, Quads, with Hips, Forearm, Shoulders working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Hanging Knee Raise with proper form and technique.
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Hang from a pull-up bar with an overhand grip, arms fully extended and feet off the ground.
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Keep your legs straight and together, with your body in a relaxed, hanging position.
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Engage your core and slowly raise your knees towards your chest, bending them as you lift.
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Continue to lift your knees until your thighs are roughly parallel to the floor or higher.
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Slowly lower your legs back down to the starting hanging position with control.
Secondary Muscles
While Hanging Knee Raise primarily targets Abs, Quads , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hips, Forearm, Shoulders . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Hanging Knee Raise, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Hanging Knee Raise, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
