Dead hangs benefit your workout routine by utilizing your bodyweight to decompress, strengthen, and lengthen your spine. Dead hang exercises are an easy way to target a wide range of muscles from your upper back to your forearms. Implementing dead hangs into your workout routine is a simple way to boost your workout without complicated maneuvers. Ok, so I know that a “dead hang” doesn’t sound like the most riveting exercise out there. And if I’m honest, it’s probably not. However, there are many benefits of hanging from a pull-up bar, and its rewards way outweigh its risks.
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In this article, I’m going to be covering everything to do with this hanging exercise. From what it is, how to do it, the benefits of it, variations of it, and frequently asked questions – you will find it in this article.
What is a dead hang?
A dead hang is an exercise that requires you to simply hang from an overhead/pull up bar like a dead weight. No repetitions, no pushes or pulls, just a plain, old, simple hang.
As with most exercises, there are variations to make it easier or more challenging. I will go over these later. But the standard dead hang requires you only to hold the hanging position over a set amount of time.
Its simplicity does not mean it is only for beginners. There are benefits to be had by everyone, at all fitness levels, from doing this exercise. Read on to find out what they are!
