All Exercises
Isolation · Isolation
Dead Hang
Targets Forearms with an optimal working range of 30–60 reps.
Primary Muscles
Forearms
Secondary: Lats
Typical Rep Range
30–60 reps
Arm Dominant
Equipment Tier
Dumbbells & Bands
Pull Up Bar
Movement Profile
Beginner · Bilateral
Plane: Sagittal
Coaching Cues & Execution
Focus on these technical checkpoints on every working set of Dead Hang:
- 1 Grip pull-up bar firmly with double overhand grip
- 2 Allow body to hang completely straight with relaxed spine
- 3 Keep grip active and breathe deeply
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Watch for these form breakdowns as fatigue accumulates across sets:
- ✕ Swinging or kicking legs
- ✕ Holding breath
Substitutions & Variations
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