Weighted Hanging Leg Raise
Muscle Groups: Abs
Weighted Hanging Leg Raise focuses on Abs, with Obliques, Forearm working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Hanging Leg Raise with proper form and technique.
- 1
Hang from a pull-up bar with an overhand, shoulder-width grip, securing a dumbbell between your feet.
- 2
Keeping your legs straight, raise them forward and upward until they are parallel to the floor.
- 3
Slowly lower your legs back down to the starting hanging position with control.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Hanging Leg Raise primarily targets Abs , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Obliques, Forearm . 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 Weighted Hanging 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.
