Weighted Hanging Hurdle
Muscle Groups: Abs, Obliques, Hips
Weighted Hanging Hurdle focuses on Abs, Obliques, Hips, with Forearm, Lats, Shoulders working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Hanging Hurdle with proper form and technique.
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Start by hanging from a pull-up bar with a weight between your feet, arms fully extended, and your body straight.
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Engage your core and lift your legs in a controlled manner, bringing them towards your chest while keeping your knees bent.
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Lower your legs back down to the starting position with control, ensuring your body stays stable during the movement.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Weighted Hanging Hurdle safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your shoulders down and away from your ears to avoid strain, especially as you lift your legs.
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Do not swing your legs; aim for a slow and controlled movement to target your core effectively.
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Make sure your grip on the bar is firm and adjust the weight if you feel strain in your back or shoulders.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Hanging Hurdle primarily targets Abs, Obliques, Hips , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Forearm, Lats, 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 Weighted Hanging Hurdle, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted Hanging Hurdle, 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.
