Core exercise
Hanging Oblique Knee Raise
Hanging knee raise from a bar with a hip twist to one side, for the obliques.
- Primary muscleCore
- Also worksForearms
- EquipmentPull-up bar
- MovementCore
- LevelIntermediate
- Core
- Forearms
- Pull-up bar
How to do the Hanging Oblique Knee Raise
4 steps, in the order you do them.
- Hang from the bar with an overhand grip, arms straight and shoulders engaged.
- Raise your knees toward your chest and twist your hips to bring them toward one elbow.
- Pause for a moment at the top, squeezing your oblique.
- Lower with control without swinging, and alternate the side you twist to.
Muscles worked
Alternatives to the Hanging Oblique Knee Raise
They work the core with other equipment, including options for training at home.
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Frequently asked questions
What muscles does the Hanging Oblique Knee Raise work?
The Hanging Oblique Knee Raise works mainly the core. It also works the forearms.