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Weighted Sit Up

A core exercise that targets the abdominal muscles through controlled sit-up movements with added weight, improving core strength and muscle development.

Exercise Overview

Category

General Resistance

Exercise_Type

Strength

Difficulty_Level

Intermediate

Technique

Lie on your back with knees bent and weight held at your chest. Perform a sit-up by engaging your core and bringing your upper body toward your knees. Return to the starting position with control.

Starting Position

Begin lying on your back with knees bent, weight at chest level, 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, control the movement, maintain form, keep weight secure

Common Mistakes

Not engaging core, using momentum, rushing the movement, poor form

Progression Tips

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

Regression Tips

Use lighter weight, 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.