Dead Hang Stretch
Gym Exercise Card
Equipment
The dead hang is an exercise performed by hanging from a pull-up bar, fully extending the arms, and relaxing the shoulders. It primarily improves grip strength and stretches the shoulder and back muscles, promoting flexibility and endurance.
How to do it
- Stand below a pull-up bar and reach overhead to grasp it with both hands.
- Ensure your grip is shoulder-width apart with palms facing away.
- Hang with arms fully extended, keeping your body relaxed.
- Engage your core to stabilize the body, avoiding swinging.
- Hold the position for the desired duration, then release.
Muscles worked
Primary Latissimus Dorsi
Secondary Biceps Brachii Rhomboids Teres Major Trapezius Upper Fibers
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