Handboard Slope Hang Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Forearms
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Forearms
- Primary Muscle
- Forearms
- Secondary Muscles
- Wrist Flexors
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- stretching
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 3
- Alternate Names
- Slope Hang
How to: Handboard Slope Hang
- Find a handboard or similar structure that allows you to hang.
- Grip the board with your fingers, keeping your arms extended.
- Allow your body to hang straight down and feel the stretch in your forearms.
- Hold the position for the desired amount of time, ensuring to breathe deeply.
Common Mistakes
- Hunching the shoulders while hanging.
- Not engaging the core.
- Using momentum instead of control.
Modifications
- Use a lower bar to reduce the intensity of the stretch.
- Bend your knees if needed to decrease the strain on the arms.
Tips
- Engage your core to maintain stability while hanging.
- Keep your shoulders relaxed and avoid shrugging them.
- Focus on stretching and avoid swinging during the hang.
Handboard Slope Hang Alternatives
Tags
forearms
stretching
hands
wrist
flexibility
grip strength