Weighted Hanging Knee Raise
Muscle Groups: Abs, Quads
Weighted 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 Weighted Hanging Knee Raise with proper form and technique.
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Hang from a pull-up bar with a weighted belt, keeping your arms straight and shoulders down.
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Engage your core and lift your knees toward your chest, controlling the movement as you rise.
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Lower your legs back down to the starting position without swinging.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Weighted Hanging Knee Raise safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Make sure to keep your shoulders relaxed and avoid shrugging them up toward your ears.
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Focus on using your abdominal muscles to lift your knees, not your hip flexors.
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Keep your movements slow and controlled to prevent swinging and ensure proper form.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted 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 Weighted 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 Weighted 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.
