Exercise library
Forearms
Dead Hang
No equipment needed
- Primary muscle
- Forearms
- Also works
- Back
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
- Movement pattern
- Carry & conditioning
- Role in a program
- Primary
How to do it
Grip a pull-up bar with an overhand grip and hang with arms fully extended and shoulders active. Hold the position for time while keeping your core braced, then step down under control.
Video demo coming soon.
Similar & swap-friendly exercises
Missing the equipment, or does this one aggravate something today? These also train the forearms — pick a substitute that feels strong and pain-free. For an actual injury, get it assessed by a professional.