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Sit Ups

A classic core exercise that involves sitting up from a lying position to target the abdominal muscles and improve core strength and endurance.

Exercise Overview

Category

Dynamic Calisthenics

Exercise_Type

Strength

Difficulty_Level

Beginner

Technique

Lie on your back with knees bent and feet flat on the ground. Place your hands behind your head and sit up by engaging your abdominal muscles, then return to starting position.

Starting Position

Begin lying on your back with knees bent, feet flat on the ground, and hands behind your head.

Finishing Position

Return to the starting position after completing the sit up movement.

Form Cues

Engage core, sit up slowly, control movement, keep feet on ground

Common Mistakes

Using momentum, not engaging core, moving too fast, poor form

Progression Tips

Add weight, increase reps, or perform more complex variations.

Regression Tips

Reduce reps, perform crunches, or use modified position.

Safety Notes

Maintain proper form to avoid neck and lower back strain. Stop if you experience pain in the neck, lower back, or abdomen. Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.