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Sit-Ups demonstration

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Strength / Bodyweight

Sit-Ups

A classic abdominal exercise with a full range of motion.

Equipment

Bodyweight

Experience

beginner

Movement

compound

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Obliques

Instructions

  1. 01

    Lie on your back with knees bent and feet anchored.

  2. 02

    Cross your arms over your chest or place hands behind your head.

  3. 03

    Sit all the way up until your torso is upright.

  4. 04

    Lower back down with control.

  5. 05

    Repeat.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.