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Hanging Arm Straight-Leg Slinger

Core-crushing hanging exercise! Build strength and stability with straight leg raises. Advanced, but effective.

The Hanging Arm Straight-Leg Slinger mainly works the core, with help from the shoulders. You'll need: pull up bar.

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Required Equipment

Pull Up Bar
Pull Up Bar

Hanging Arm Straight-Leg Slinger Muscles Worked

Primary

Abdominals (rectus abdominis)

Secondary

Hip Flexor (iliopsoas); Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid)

How to do the Hanging Arm Straight-Leg Slinger

  1. Secure the arm slings to a stable pull-up bar and insert each arm into the slings just above the elbow so that the straps support your weight.

  2. Grip onto the handles attached to the slings if available or simply keep your arms stable within the slings.

  3. Begin by hanging with your body in a straight vertical line, legs together and feet off the ground.

  4. Engage your core and slowly raise your legs in front of you while keeping them straight until they are parallel with the ground.

  5. Squeeze your core at the top of the movement and hold for a moment if the exercise includes an isometric component.

  6. Lower your legs back down to the starting position in a controlled manner to complete one repetition.

  7. Perform the desired number of repetitions or for a specific duration as per your fitness regimen.

Remember to keep your movements controlled to maximize engagement of your core muscles and avoid swinging your legs to reduce momentum and increase the efficiency of the exercise. Also, maintain a slight bend in your knees if you cannot keep your legs perfectly straight. This exercise is advanced and requires significant core strength and stability, so ensure you've built up adequate foundation before attempting this exercise.

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Hanging Arm Straight-Leg Slinger FAQs

What muscles does the Hanging Arm Straight-Leg Slinger work?

The Hanging Arm Straight-Leg Slinger mainly works the core, with help from the shoulders. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis.

What equipment do you need for the Hanging Arm Straight-Leg Slinger?

Pull up bar.

What are some Hanging Arm Straight-Leg Slinger variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the Cable Hanging Leg Raise, Hanging Deadbug, Lever Hanging Front Raise and Hanging Windshield Wiper.

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