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Dead hang alternatives

Machine taken, missing equipment, or something doesn't feel right? These exercises train the same main muscles as the dead hang, best matches first.

  1. Dumbbell carry, one sideTrains the forearms, same movement, needs dumbbells.
  2. Farmer's carryTrains the forearms, same movement, needs dumbbells.
  3. Suitcase carryTrains the forearms, same movement, needs kettlebells.
  4. Band hammer curlTrains the forearms, needs resistance bands.
  5. Dumbbell wrist curlTrains the forearms, needs dumbbells and flat bench.
  6. Hammer curlTrains the forearms, needs dumbbells.
  7. Reverse curlTrains the forearms, needs barbell.
  8. Rope hammer curlTrains the forearms, needs cable machine.
  9. Zottman curlTrains the forearms, needs dumbbells.

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