Weighted Butterfly Sit-up
Muscle Groups: Abs
Weighted Butterfly Sit-up focuses on Abs, with Hips working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Butterfly Sit-up with proper form and technique.
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Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet together, forming a butterfly position. Hold a weight with both hands above your chest.
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Engage your core, then lift your upper body towards your feet, keeping your lower back pressed to the ground.
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Slowly lower back down to the starting position and repeat. Maintain control throughout the movement.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Weighted Butterfly Sit-up safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your core tight to protect your lower back while lifting.
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Avoid using momentum; move slowly and in control for better results.
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Ensure your feet stay together and knees are relaxed to avoid strain on your hips.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Butterfly Sit-up primarily targets Abs , 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 Butterfly 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 Butterfly 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.
