Form guide
How to Do Dead Hang
Builds grip strength and decompresses the spine.
- Level
- Beginner
- Equipment
- Pull-Up Bar
- Impact
- Low impact
- Muscles worked
- Back
- Shoulders
Step by step
- 1Grab the bar with an overhand grip.
- 2Hang with arms straight and shoulders gently engaged.
- 3Breathe steadily for the full interval.
Common mistakes
- Completely relaxing the shoulders.
- Swinging the legs.
Alternatives
Put it to work
Routines with Dead Hang
- 10min
10-Minute Muscle Building Workout at Home with Pull-Up Bar
Pull-Up Bar
- 20min
20-Minute Muscle Building Workout at Home with Pull-Up Bar
Pull-Up Bar
- 30min
30-Minute Muscle Building Workout at Home with Pull-Up Bar
Pull-Up Bar
- 45min
45-Minute Muscle Building Workout at Home with Pull-Up Bar
Pull-Up Bar
- 10min
10-Minute Upper Body Workout at Home with Pull-Up Bar
Pull-Up Bar
- 15min
15-Minute Upper Body Workout at Home with Pull-Up Bar
Pull-Up Bar