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Bent Arm Hanging Leg Raise

An advanced core exercise that involves hanging from a bar with bent arms and raising the legs to develop abdominal and hip flexor strength.

Exercise Overview

Category

Dynamic Calisthenics

Exercise_Type

Strength

Difficulty_Level

Expert

Technique

Hang from pull-up bar with arms bent at 90 degrees. Raise legs to parallel or higher while maintaining the bent arm position. Lower legs with control and repeat.

Starting Position

Hang from pull-up bar with arms bent at 90 degrees, legs hanging straight down.

Finishing Position

Return to starting position with legs lowered and arms still bent.

Form Cues

Keep arms bent, raise legs high, control descent, engage core, maintain position

Common Mistakes

Straightening arms, swinging body, poor leg control, lack of core engagement, poor form

Progression Tips

Raise legs higher, add weight, perform slower tempo, try straight arm variation

Regression Tips

Bend knees, reduce range, practice hanging hold, focus on form

Safety Notes

Maintain proper form to avoid shoulder strain. Keep core engaged throughout. Stop if you experience shoulder or back pain.