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Ring Hanging Knees to Elbows

Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Ring Hanging Knees to Elbows.

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About this exercise

Ring Hanging Knees to Elbows is a core exercise performed while hanging from gymnastic rings. You draw both knees up until they touch or approach your elbows, engaging the entire abdominal wall while the unstable rings add an extra grip and shoulder stability challenge.

How to Perform

  • Hang from the rings with arms fully extended and shoulders packed down
  • Brace your core and initiate the movement by tucking your pelvis
  • Drive both knees up and toward your elbows in a controlled arc
  • Aim to bring your knees as close to your elbows as possible at the top
  • Hold briefly at the top, then lower your legs back to the starting position under control
  • Avoid swinging — use a slow, controlled tempo throughout

Muscle Activation

Primary
Abs
Secondary
CoreMiddle back

Common Mistakes

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About the Ring Hanging Knees to Elbows

The Ring Hanging Knees to Elbows is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.