Strength exercise

Weighted Sit-up

How to do it

Lie on the back with the knees bent, feet flat, and hold the added weight against the chest.
Anchor the feet if needed and keep the chin slightly tucked to protect the neck.
Curl the torso upward off the floor, engaging the core to drive the movement rather than pulling with the neck.
Continue until the torso is upright over the hips, keeping the weight close to the chest throughout.
Lower back down under control, uncurling the spine one segment at a time.
Exhale on the way up and avoid using momentum or yanking the arms to fling the torso upward.

Muscles worked

CoreThe group of trunk muscles across the abdomen, sides, and lower back that stabilize the spine and pelvis and transfer force between the upper and lower body. All Core exercises

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Type: Strength
Primary muscles: Core
Measured in: Reps and weight