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    One Handed Hang Exercise Guide

    One Handed Hang demonstration

    Exercise Profile

    Target
    Latissimus Dorsi
    Equipment
    Body weight
    Body Part
    Back
    Primary Muscle
    Latissimus Dorsi
    Secondary Muscles
    Infraspinatus, Teres Major
    Intensity
    high
    Category
    strength
    Skill Level
    intermediate
    Estimated Calories
    7
    Alternate Names
    One Arm Hang

    How to: One Handed Hang

    1. Begin by gripping a pull-up bar with one hand.
    2. Engage your shoulder and core muscles.
    3. Hang straight down, keeping tension in your muscles.
    4. Hold for as long as you can before safely lowering yourself.

    Common Mistakes

    • Letting the shoulder roll forward.
    • Not engaging the core muscles.
    • Using excessive momentum instead of controlled movement.

    Modifications

    • Use a resistance band for assistance if you cannot hold your body weight.

    Tips

    • Keep your shoulders engaged and avoid letting them rise towards your ears.
    • Maintain a straight body position while hanging to maximize effectiveness.
    • Use a controlled motion when gripping and releasing the support.

    One Handed Hang Alternatives

    One Arm Against Wall

    One Arm Against Wall

    Body Part: Back

    Tags

    back
    strength
    latissimus dorsi
    terres major
    upper body
    core

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