Dead hang

Muscles worked: Forearms
Forearms
🔧 pull up bar ⏱ sec Difficulty:

Muscle outlines from Body Muscles by Ivan Vulović, Apache 2.0 — regrouped and recoloured for Muscle Train.

How to perform

Start by gripping a pull-up bar with an overhand grip, a bit wider than your shoulders, ensuring a secure hold. Let your shoulders rise naturally as you hang, keeping your spine neutral and your core engaged for stability. Focus on controlled breathing throughout the movement.

Muscles Worked

Flexor Digitorum ProfundisFlexor Pollicis Longus
Secondary: Front Delt, Side Delt, Rear Delt

Tips

Relax your lats and allow your shoulders to elevate. Extend your arms completely at the bottom of the movement. Reduce any swaying or swinging for a more controlled exercise. Breathe steadily and naturally. Maintain straight arms throughout.

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One-arm dead hang Forearms · 🔧 pull up bar 5/10
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