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Ring Dead Hang
A passive hang from gymnastic rings. The free-rotating grip recruits more stabilisers in the hands, forearms, and shoulder girdle than a fixed bar.
What this exercise works
- Muscles
- forearm flexors · latissimus dorsi · rectus abdominis · trapezius
- Goals
- hypertrophy · strength
- Equipment
- Gymnastic rings
- Category
- Strength
- Difficulty
- intermediate
Demonstration
Step 1
How to perform the movement
- Grip a pair of gymnastic rings with a neutral grip, palms facing each other.
- Hang with your arms fully extended and feet off the ground.
- Let the rings rotate naturally; do not fight the grip.
- Keep your shoulders engaged (no shrug to the ears) and core lightly braced.
- Hold for the desired duration.
Technique cues and common mistakes
- Breathe steadily rather than holding your breath.
- Build hold duration gradually as your grip strengthens.
- Step down under control before your grip fails completely.