How to execute Sit-Up
The sit-up is a classic exercise that is used to strengthen the core and abdominal muscles. It can be done anywhere with minimal equipment and is a great way to improve core stability and strength.
- To perform a sit-up, start by lying on your back on the floor with your legs bent and feet flat on the floor. You can place your hands behind your head or crossed over your chest.
- From this position, engage your core and curl your torso up to a sitting position. Make sure to keep your back straight and your chin tucked in.
- Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your torso back to the starting position, Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions.
To make the exercise more challenging, you can hold a weight plate on your chest as you perform the exercise. You can also increase the number of repetitions you do or the speed at which you do them.
Muscles Involved
Primary:
Rectus abdominis
Secondary:
Quadriceps (rectus femoris, vastus lateralis, vastus medialis, vastus
intermedius), hip flexors (sartorius, iliopsoas)
