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Knee Tuck (Hanging).

Beginner-friendly variation of hanging leg raise.

IntermediatePull-Up Bar
Knee Tuck (Hanging)
The numbers
Sets
3–4
Reps
12–15
Rest
45–60
Muscles
Primary
Rectus abdominis · Hip flexors
Secondary
Forearms · Lats
The play-by-play

How to do it.

  1. Step 01

    Hang from pull-up bar

  2. Step 02

    Draw knees toward chest

  3. Step 03

    Pause and contract abs

  4. Step 04

    Lower slowly

  5. Step 05

    Repeat

What separates good from great

Pro cues.

  • Don't use momentum

  • Keep shoulders engaged

  • Control negative phase