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Overhead Sit Ups

A functional core exercise that combines sit-up movements with overhead arm positioning, targeting the abdominal muscles while improving core strength and coordination.

Exercise Overview

Category

Functional Training

Exercise_Type

Strength

Difficulty_Level

Intermediate

Technique

Lie on your back with knees bent and arms extended overhead. Perform a sit-up by engaging your core and bringing your upper body toward your knees while keeping your arms overhead. Return to the starting position with control.

Starting Position

Begin lying on your back with knees bent, arms extended overhead, and core engaged.

Finishing Position

Return to the starting position with back on the ground, maintaining control throughout the movement.

Form Cues

Engage your core, keep arms overhead, control the movement, maintain form

Common Mistakes

Not engaging core, moving arms, rushing the movement, poor form

Progression Tips

Increase repetitions, add weight, perform variations, or add pause at top.

Regression Tips

Reduce repetitions, perform basic sit-ups, or use assistance.

Safety Notes

Stop if you experience pain in the lower back, neck, or shoulders. Maintain proper form to avoid injury. This exercise requires good core strength and control.