Weighted Crossed-arms Sit-up
Muscle Groups: Abs
Weighted Crossed-arms Sit-up focuses on Abs, with Hips working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Crossed-arms Sit-up with proper form and technique.
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Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Hold a weight against your chest with your arms crossed.
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Engage your core and lift your upper body toward your knees, keeping your chin slightly tucked.
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Lower back down to the starting position with control, maintaining core engagement.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Weighted Crossed-arms Sit-up safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your feet flat and avoid lifting them off the ground to prevent strain on your lower back.
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Don’t pull on your neck; focus on using your abs to lift your torso instead.
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Maintain a smooth and controlled motion to avoid injury and maximize effectiveness.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Crossed-arms 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 Crossed-arms 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 Crossed-arms 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.
