Weighted Alternating Sit-up
Muscle Groups: Abs, Obliques
Weighted Alternating Sit-up focuses on Abs, Obliques, with Hips working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Alternating Sit-up with proper form and technique.
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Lie on your back with knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Hold a weight (like a dumbbell) with both hands above your chest.
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Engage your core and lift your upper body towards your knees, twisting your torso to one side as you sit up.
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Lower your back down slowly to the starting position, returning to the floor, and then switch sides on the next repetition.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Weighted Alternating Sit-up safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your back straight and avoid pulling on your neck during the lift.
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Engage your core throughout the exercise to protect your lower back.
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Control the movement; don’t rush to avoid straining your muscles.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted 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 Weighted 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 Weighted 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.
