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.

  1. 1

    Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor, holding a weight with both hands extended above your head.

  2. 2

    Engage your abdominal muscles to lift your hips and lower back off the floor, bringing your knees towards your chest.

  3. 3

    Continue to curl your spine upwards, using the weight above your head as a counterbalance, until your hips are significantly lifted.

  4. 4

    Slowly and with control, reverse the movement by lowering your hips and back down to the floor, vertebra by vertebra.

  5. 5

    Return to the starting position with your feet flat on the floor and the weight still extended above your head.

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.

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