Full Sit up with arms out on sit up bench
core strength
Core & AbsIntermediateStrengthIsometric
At a glance
| Muscles worked | abs |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Core & Abs |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Type | Strength · Isometric |
| Sets & reps | 4 sets × 20 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~40 kcal |
How to do it
- sit securely in a sit-up bench
- lean back and bring your arms out
- then tuck your arms in sit up and raise your arms out over your head again, then repeat
Equipment
- sit-up bench optional
Coaching tips
Benefits
core strength
Common mistakes
rouncing the back
Make it harder
more reps
Make it easier
less reps
Breathing
Exhale on contraction, inhale on return
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