How to do the Sit-up With Arms On Chest
Sit-up With Arms On Chest is a beginner single-joint isolation pushing exercise targeting the Abs in the Waist region. Performed using bodyweight, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Hip Flexors.
Sit-up With Arms On Chest demonstration · © GymiaFit
Sit-up With Arms On Chest at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Abs
- Secondary muscles
- Hip Flexors
- Equipment
- Body Weight
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Isolation (single-joint)
- Force
- Push
Sit-up With Arms On Chest step by step
- 1Lie flat on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.
- 2Cross your arms over your chest.
- 3Engaging your abs, lift your upper body off the ground towards your knees.
- 4Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your upper body back down to the starting position.
- 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Sit-up With Arms On Chest — questions
What muscles does the Sit-up With Arms On Chest work?
The Sit-up With Arms On Chest primarily targets the Abs. It also recruits the Hip Flexors as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Sit-up With Arms On Chest?
None — the Sit-up With Arms On Chest uses your bodyweight only, so it works at home with nothing but floor space.
Is the Sit-up With Arms On Chest suitable for beginners?
Yes. It is classed as a beginner movement: the pattern is simple enough to learn in a session and easy to scale by adjusting range of motion or load.
What can I do instead of the Sit-up With Arms On Chest?
3/4 Sit-up, 45° Side Bend, Air Bike train the same muscles and make good substitutes when the equipment is taken or the movement does not suit you.
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