EZ Bar Legs Side Pull In Sit-up Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- EZ Barbell
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Iliopsoas, Quadriceps
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- EZ Bar Side Pull Sit-up
How to: EZ Bar Legs Side Pull In Sit-up
- Lie on your back with knees bent and feet flat on the floor, holding the EZ bar over your chest.
- Engage your core and lift your upper body while pulling the EZ bar towards your knees.
- Lower your body back down in a controlled manner.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Lifting too quickly, which can lead to back strain.
- Letting the feet lift off the ground instead of keeping them planted.
- Pulling on the neck instead of using abdominal muscles.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise without the EZ bar if it’s too challenging.
- Reduce the range of motion by lifting only part of the way up.
Tips
- Focus on engaging your core throughout the movement.
- Maintain a steady pace to avoid using momentum.
- Ensure your back is supported and flat against the ground.
EZ Bar Legs Side Pull In Sit-up Alternatives
Tags
core
abs
strength
hip flexors
sit-up
quadriceps