Core

Hanging Knee Raises with Twist

A tough core move that hits your lower abs and obliques through a twist.

An advanced exercise for strengthening the lower abs and obliques, enhancing core stability and rotational power.

Body Part: Core
Level: Intermediate
,
Advanced
Muscles: Obliques
Abs
Modality: Isolation
Direction: Pull
Equipment: Pull-up bar
Goal: Hypertrophy
,
Strength

How to do:

1. Hang from a pull-up bar with your hands shoulder-width apart. 2. Engage your core and lift your knees towards your chest. 3. Twist your hips to the right as you raise your knees. 4. Return to the starting position and repeat the twist to the left. 5. Perform 10-12 reps per side. 6. Complete 3-4 sets total.

Tips:

- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement. - Avoid swinging your body; focus on controlled motions. - Exhale as you lift your knees and twist. - Use wrist straps if your grip fatigues quickly.

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