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Explore/Forearms

Towel Hang

BodyweightIsolationEasy to learn
Front
Back
Primary Secondary

Works

Forearms

Also upper back & lats

You need

Pull-up bar

How to do itPicture · 3 steps
  1. 1Drape two towels over the bar
  2. 2Grip hard and hang
  3. 3Hold for time; add weight later

Most common mistake

Hanging until the grip slips instead of stopping just short.

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Research
74
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0/10 ratings
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Why research scores it 74
Transfer · 45%4/5
Injury protection · 30%3/5
Practicality · 25%5/5
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  • SHangboard HangOther
  • BSingle-Arm Cable PulldownCable
  • BCable External RotationCable
  • SPull-UpBodyweight

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