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Hanging Knee Raise

Lower Abs · Hip Flexors · Core

A Typical Session

20 Min
Warm-up
4m
Main Set
12m
Cooldown
4m
8 kcal
/ min (est.)
3 × 15
sets × reps

Why this exercise

Difficulty: Intermediate

Targets the lower abs effectively for a toned and flat stomach.

StrengthCoreEndurance

Workout Intensity

Est. burn rate

Low
Med
High
Sets
3
Reps
15
Rest
60s

How to Perform

  1. 1.Hang from a pull-up bar with arms fully extended.
  2. 2.Keep your legs together and raise your knees toward your chest.
  3. 3.Pause at the top and squeeze your abs.
  4. 4.Lower slowly without swinging.

Pro Tips

  • Avoid swinging — use controlled movements.
  • Focus on curling your pelvis upward.
  • Progress to straight leg raises for more challenge.

Equipment

Pull-up Bar

Safety

Skip if you have shoulder or grip issues.

Quick Notes
  • Perform with controlled tempo.
  • Use a mat if wrists are sensitive.
  • Track progress and increase reps slowly.