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Upside Down Deadlift

The Upside Down Deadlift mainly works the core. You'll need: pull up bar.

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Required Equipment

Pull Up Bar
Pull Up Bar

Upside Down Deadlift Muscles Worked

Primary

Abdominals (rectus abdominis)

Secondary

Hip Flexor (iliopsoas); Obliques

How to do the Upside Down Deadlift

Setup

  • Begin by securely gripping a pull-up bar with both hands, positioned slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.

  • Initiate an overhand pull-up or kip to swing your legs up over your head as you invert your entire body, locking your legs behind or over the bar if possible to secure your position while hanging upside down.

Movement

  • Extend your legs fully towards the floor while keeping your back rounded.

  • Engage your core to raise your legs back up until they are in line with your torso, essentially performing a hanging leg raise in an inverted orientation.

  • Slowly lower your legs back down under control to complete the repetition.

  • Ensure your grips on the bar remain firm throughout the entire duration of the movement to prevent slipping.

Upside Down Deadlift FAQs

What muscles does the Upside Down Deadlift work?

The Upside Down Deadlift mainly works the core. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis.

What equipment do you need for the Upside Down Deadlift?

Pull up bar.

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