Dead Hang Stretch

Expert Advice

Relax your shoulders and let gravity naturally stretch your upper body, but don't let your shoulders come up to your ears to avoid strain.

Grip a pull-up bar with an overhand grip, hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
Allow your body to hang completely, with your feet off the ground.
Hold the stretch for the desired time, focusing on relaxing your upper body and breathing deeply.
To release, step back onto a support or gently lower yourself to the ground.

Primary

Shoulders30%

Lats30%

Traps20%

Secondary

Biceps10%

Forearms10%

Equipment

Special Bar

Exercise Type

Stretching