Sit-up Turkish Get-up
Muscle Groups: Abs, Shoulders
Sit-up Turkish Get-up focuses on Abs, Shoulders, with Glutes, Obliques, Lower Back, Hips working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Sit-up Turkish Get-up with proper form and technique.
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Lie on your back with your left leg bent and your right arm extended upward, holding a weight if desired.
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Press through your left foot and right hand to rise onto your left elbow, keeping your right arm pointed to the ceiling.
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Push up onto your left hand, lifting your torso while swinging your right leg back into a kneeling position.
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Stand up fully by bringing your right foot forward and bringing yourself to a standing position with both feet together.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Sit-up Turkish Get-up safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your core engaged throughout the movement to protect your lower back.
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Avoid arching your back; maintain a straight line from your head to your hips as you rise.
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Move slowly to ensure control and stability, especially when transitioning between positions.
Secondary Muscles
While Sit-up Turkish Get-up primarily targets Abs, Shoulders , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Glutes, Obliques, Lower Back, 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 Sit-up Turkish Get-up, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Sit-up Turkish Get-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.
