Sit Up


Pro Tip

Try not to pull on your head with your hands because it can lead to neck discomfort down the line.


How To

  1. Lie down in a supine position with your knees bent and hands behind your head.
  2. Exhale and raise your chest toward your knees.
  3. Continue raising yourself up until you can no longer do so while still keeping your feet and butt firmly planted on the ground.
  4. Inhale and lower your torso back down, returning to the starting position.

Primary Muscle Groups

Upper Abs

Upper abdomen, from just above your belly button to your sternum. The upper half of the six pack abs.


Secondary Muscle Groups

Lower Abs

Lower abdomen, from just above your belly button to your pubis. The lower half of the six pack abs.

Obliques

Outer sides of your abdomen.


Equipment

Bodyweight Only

This means that the only thing you need to successfully perform the exercise is your body. No other equipment is needed.


Variations

Exercises that target the same primary muscle groups and require the same equipment.


Alternatives

Exercises that target the same primary muscle groups with different equipment