Hanging Single-leg Raise
Muscle Groups: Abs, Quads
Hanging Single-leg 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 Single-leg Raise with proper form and technique.
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Hang from a pull-up bar with an overhand grip, hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart, and your body fully extended.
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Keep your core engaged and your body stable, then slowly raise one leg straight up in front of you.
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Continue to lift your leg until it is parallel to the floor or as high as your flexibility allows, keeping it as straight as possible.
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Pause briefly at the top of the movement, squeezing your abdominal muscles.
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Slowly lower your leg back down to the starting position with control.
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Repeat the movement with the other leg, alternating sides for each repetition.
Secondary Muscles
While Hanging Single-leg 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.
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These exercises work the same primary muscles as Hanging Single-leg 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.