Knee Raise

Beginner core None

A fundamental hanging core exercise. Drive the knees toward the chest from a dead hang, targeting lower abs and hip flexors. Accessible entry point for hanging ab work.

Easier Variations

Crunch

Next Step

Hanging Knee Raise Leg Raise Lying Leg Raise Knee Raise (Dip Bar)

Coaching Cues

Drive knees to chest

Control the descent

Alternate tempo — 1 set fast, 1 set slow