forearmsbody weight

one-arm dead hang

one-arm dead hang is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1. Grip the bar with one hand, arm straight, and lift feet off the floor.

Step 2. Let your body hang in a straight line and keep the free arm relaxed by your side.

Step 3. Keep the active shoulder pulled down and away from your ear for stability.

Step 4. Engage your core and ribs to prevent the body from swinging or twisting.

Step 5. Breathe steadily for the designated time, then lower down and switch sides.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

forearms

Secondary muscles

corerotator cufflats

Primary body parts

forearm

Common mistakes & warnings

Form & control

Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.

Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.

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