How to do a hanging straight leg raise

Setup:

1. Position: Hang from a pull-up bar with an overhand grip, hands slightly wider than shoulder-width.
2. Body: Let your body hang straight with your legs extended and feet together.

The Movement:

1. Lift: Keeping your legs as straight as possible, engage your core and hip flexors to raise your legs up in front of you.
2. Peak: Continue raising your legs until they are parallel to the floor (or higher, if you have the flexibility and strength).
3. Lower: Slowly and with control, lower your legs back to the starting position.

Tips:

• Avoid swinging or using momentum. The movement should be driven by your abdominal muscles.
• If a straight leg raise is too difficult, start with hanging knee raises, bending your knees and bringing them towards your chest.
• Keep your shoulders pulled down and away from your ears (active hang) to protect your shoulder joints.