Hanging Oblique Knee Raise: how to do it and muscles worked
The hanging oblique knee raise mainly works your obliques and abs. You need a pull-up bar.
Muscles worked
How to do the hanging oblique knee raise
- 1
Hang from a pull-up bar with an overhand grip, arms straight, legs together and shoulders pulled slightly down.
- 2
Raise your knees up toward your chest, tilting them to one side so they come up toward your elbow, using your side abs.
- 3
Lower slowly without swinging, then repeat to the same side or alternate. Breathe out as you raise.
Form tip: Keep your body steady and avoid swinging; rotate your pelvis rather than twisting your shoulders.
Common questions
- Which muscles does the hanging oblique knee raise work?
- The hanging oblique knee raise mainly works your obliques and abs.
- What equipment do I need for the hanging oblique knee raise?
- You need a pull-up bar.
- How many sets and reps should I do?
- A common starting point is 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 12 controlled reps, with a weight that leaves a couple of reps in reserve. Adjust it to your goal and experience, and stop if something hurts.
- How do I track the hanging oblique knee raise in SweatByte?
- Add it to a routine or a workout. Log the reps for each set. SweatByte shows your last session's numbers on every set, so you know what to beat.
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General information, not medical advice. Learn the movement with light weight first, and see a doctor or physiotherapist if you have an injury or pain. More guides in Learn.