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Janda Sit-up

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Actively contract your hamstrings by pulling your heels towards your body to deactivate the hip flexors, making the abs work harder.

How-to-do Steps

  1. Lie on your back with knees bent and hands behind your head.
  2. Have a partner hold your feet or hook them under a sturdy object.
  3. Pull your heels towards you to engage your hamstrings.
  4. Perform a sit-up by lifting your torso towards your thighs while keeping the neck neutral.
  5. Slowly lower back down to the starting position.

Details

Primary
Abs
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Secondary
100%Abs
Equipment
Body weight
Body weight
Exercise Type
Strength