Hanging Oblique Knee Raise

Differentiation: Mechanics

This variation of a knee raise is unique. Here is how: you use your own body weight | and twist your core | to target your oblique muscles.

Starting Position

To get into starting position, do this...

1) Locate a pull-up bar.

2) Jump up and grab the pull-up bar.

3) Grasp the pull-up bar with both hands

4) Allow your legs to hang straight down.

5) Place your feet together.

Main Mechanics

Once in starting position, do this...

1) This is the starting position.

2) Pull your knees up and to the right...

3) ...until your upper legs and hips form at least a 75-degree angle.

4) Hold this position for a count of one second.

5) This is the ending position.

6) Then, gradually lower your legs - until they are again hanging straight down.

7) Repeat the knee pull - this time to the left.

8) Hold this position for a count of one second.

9) Then, again lower your legs - until they are straight.

10) Continue reps until you have completed a full set, alternating sides for each rep.

Proper Form

Pay special attention to following proper form by...

Be sure to raise your legs in a controlled motion.

Keep your arms straight.

Bring your legs to a 75-degree angle during each rep.

Gear Advice

To perform this exercise, it is best to use Ab Straps. Few gyms offer these, so we have listed a link below to Valeo brand Ab Straps - which you can order from Amazon dot com. You take these with you to the gym.

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