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Muscle Groups Involved
- Delts - Primary
- Rotator Cuff - Primary
- Lats - Primary
- Chest/Pecs - Primary
- Erectors - Primary
Category
Highlights
- Start with less than your full body weight and avoid pain.
- Vary your grip and spend the most time in the tightest or least comfortable positions.
- Contract and relax your muscles. Do not just hang.
- Contract your shoulders and core before dismounting.
Description
Dead Hangs can help decompress the spine and stretch the muscles around the shoulders and upper back, promoting better shoulder mobility and reducing the risk of shoulder injuries. Dead hangs are an e
Common Mistakes
Do not drop into a Dead Hang. Slowly lower yourself under control. Do not s
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Pro Tips
Experiment with different grip widths and hand positions. While an overhand
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Purpose
Dead hangs can help improve your posture by helping to counteract the effec
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Form
Use a mirror to ensure that you are staying as symmetrical and even as poss
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