Weighted Sit-up
Muscle Groups: Abs
Weighted Sit-up focuses on Abs, with Hips working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted 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 plate or dumbbell against your chest with both hands.
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Engage your core and slowly lift your upper body towards your knees, keeping your back straight.
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Lower your back down slowly to return to the starting position without letting the weight pull you.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Weighted Sit-up safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your feet anchored on the floor to prevent your lower back from lifting.
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Avoid pulling on your neck; keep your hands against your chest for support.
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Move in a controlled manner to prevent straining your back.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted 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 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 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.
