Alternating Sit-up
Muscle Groups: Abs, Obliques
Alternating Sit-up focuses on Abs, Obliques, with Hips working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Alternating Sit-up with proper form and technique.
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Lie on your back with your knees bent at a 90-degree angle and feet flat on the floor. Place your hands behind your head without pulling on your neck.
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Engage your core and lift your right shoulder towards your left knee, while straightening your right leg out.
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Lower your body back down and repeat on the other side, bringing your left shoulder towards your right knee.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Alternating Sit-up safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your lower back pressed against the floor to avoid strain.
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Avoid pulling on your neck; use your core to lift your shoulders.
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Keep the movement controlled to prevent injury and maintain proper form.
Secondary Muscles
While Alternating Sit-up primarily targets Abs, Obliques , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hips . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Alternating Sit-up, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Alternating Sit-up, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
