Sit-ups

Muscle

Abs

Equipment

Bodyweight

Measured in

Reps

How to do it

1. Sit-ups are a classic abdominal exercise that targets the muscles in your core, particularly the rectus abdominis and obliques.
2. Starting Position:
3. Lie down on your back on a flat surface, such as a mat or the floor. Bend your knees and place your feet flat on the ground, hip-width apart. Keep your hands crossed over your chest or place them behind your head, avoiding any strain on your neck.
4. Move: Tighten your abdominal muscles to engage your core. This provides stability to your spine during the movement.
5. Lift your upper body off the ground by flexing your abdominal muscles.
6. Keep your lower back on the ground throughout the movement to avoid strain.
7. Continue the upward movement until your chest is as close to your knees as comfortably possible. Exhale as you reach the top of the movement.
8. Slowly lower your upper body back down to the starting position, controlling the descent.