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Hanging Leg Raise.

Accessory bodyweight exercise targeting the rectus abdominis and hip flexors for core strength.

IntermediatePull-Up Bar
Hanging Leg Raise
The numbers
Sets
2–4
Reps
8–15
Rest
45–75
Muscles
Primary
Rectus abdominis · Hip flexors
Secondary
Obliques
The play-by-play

How to do it.

  1. Step 01

    Hang from a pull-up bar with an overhand grip.

  2. Step 02

    Keep your body stable and avoid swinging.

  3. Step 03

    Engage your core and raise your legs towards your chest.

  4. Step 04

    Continue raising until your thighs are parallel to the floor or higher.

  5. Step 05

    Slowly lower your legs back to the starting position.

  6. Step 06

    Maintain control to prevent momentum from taking over.

What separates good from great

Pro cues.

  • Focus on pelvic tilt to maximize abdominal engagement.

  • Avoid excessive arching of the lower back.

  • Start with bent knees if straight leg raises are too challenging.