Exercise Description |
|
Main Target Muscles |
Abs |
Secondary Target Muscles |
Obliques |
Workout Type |
Strength |
Gym Gear |
Dumbbells, Kettlebell or None |
Fitness Level |
Beginner |
Compound/Isolated |
Isolated |
Power Move |
Pull |
Target Muscle Group: Abs

Sit-ups Overview
Sit up is the classic abdominal exercise. Although it isn't often done anymore, it's still an effective flexion-based exercise that you can perform to target your core.
The sit-up poses some risk, as opposed to crunches or stability ball crunches. Lower back pain is the most common complaint.
Sit-ups can be done as part of the ab exercise or total body workout.
How to Do it
- Place your hands on your chest and place your head in a relaxed, supine position.
- Inhale, squeeze your abs, and lift your upper body off the floor.
- Slowly lower your body back to the original position once your torso has been perpendicular to it.
- Completion of the number of repetitions required.
Sit up Tips
- To improve your mind-muscle connection, exhale as if you are blowing out candles.
- You can choose to do more anti-extension or anti-rotation movements if your lower back is bothering you.
- Avoid placing your hands behind your head, as this can cause strain to the neck.

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