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Hanging knee raise: how to do it with good form

The hanging knee raise trains the lower abs and grip, and is a step towards the hanging leg raise.

How to do it

  1. 1

    Hang from a pull-up bar with straight arms and active shoulders.

  2. 2

    Let your legs hang still.

  3. 3

    Pull your knees up towards your chest by curling your pelvis up.

  4. 4

    Lower the legs slowly without swinging.

Common mistakes

  • Swinging and using momentum.
  • Lifting the knees only to hip height without curling the pelvis.
  • Dropping the legs without control.

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