Weighted Reverse Curl-up
Muscle Groups: Abs
Weighted Reverse Curl-up focuses on Abs, with Hips working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Reverse Curl-up with proper form and technique.
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Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor, holding a light weight plate or dumbbell against your chest.
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Engage your core and lift your head, shoulders, and upper back off the ground, keeping your elbows close to your body as you curl up.
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Slowly lower back down to the starting position while maintaining control, ensuring your lower back stays pressed against the floor.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Weighted Reverse Curl-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 pulling with your neck; focus on using your abs to lift your torso.
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Ensure your feet remain flat on the floor to maintain stability during the exercise.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Reverse Curl-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 Reverse Curl-up, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted Reverse Curl-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.
