Movement overview

The Hanging Half Windmill is an advanced core exercise that targets the obliques, lower back, and hip flexors. It involves hanging from a bar and rotating the legs in a controlled manner to engage the core muscles effectively. This exercise requires significant upper body strength and core stability.

Step-by-step cues

1. Begin by hanging from a pull-up bar with an overhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart.
2. Engage your core and lift your legs to a 90-degree angle, so your body forms an 'L' shape.
3. Slowly rotate your legs to one side while keeping them straight, aiming to bring them parallel to the ground.
4. Pause briefly at the end of the rotation, maintaining control and tension in your core.
5. Return your legs to the center position in a controlled manner.
6. Repeat the movement on the opposite side.
7. Perform the desired number of repetitions, ensuring even distribution on both sides.

Technical tips

• Ensure your grip is secure before starting to prevent slipping.
• Focus on slow and controlled movements to maximize core engagement.
• Keep your shoulders engaged and avoid swinging or using momentum.
• Breathe steadily throughout the exercise, exhaling as you rotate your legs.
• If you're unable to keep your legs straight, slightly bend your knees to reduce difficulty.
• Start with fewer repetitions and gradually increase as you build strength and stability.