Sit-Up
Expert Advice
To protect your lower back, avoid pulling on your neck or using momentum. Focus on using your abdominal muscles to lift your torso.
How-to-do Steps
- Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
- Place your hands behind your head or across your chest.
- Contract your abs and lift your upper body towards your knees.
- Lower yourself back down to the starting position with control.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Details
Primary
Abs70%
Secondary
Quads30%
Equipment
Body weight
Exercise Type
Strength
