Forearm · Bar

Dead hang — Bar

Muscles requiredForearm flexors · Forearm extensors · Latissimus dorsi

Description

Grip work to strengthen grip strength and forearm endurance.

01 · Setup

Set up the movement

  • Open chest, low shoulders, core braced.
  • Neutral wrists and firm grip.
  • Maintain stable head-pelvis alignment.
02 · Execution

Perform the rep

  1. Maintain a continuous grip without compensating with the shoulders.
  2. Breathe regularly while holding or walking.
  3. Complete the sets before posture deteriorates.
Technique cue

Strong grip with low shoulders and stable posture.

Common mistakes
  • rising shoulders
  • broken wrists
  • relaxed torso
  • intermittent intake
Safety notes

Risks of poor execution

  • A slumped posture can overload the neck and lower back.

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