EZ-Bar Shoulder Press Sit-up Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Anterior
- Equipment
- EZ Barbell
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Anterior
- Secondary Muscles
- Rectus Abdominis, Obliques
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- EZ-Bar Press Sit-up
How to: EZ-Bar Shoulder Press Sit-up
- Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.
- Hold the EZ barbell above your chest with arms extended.
- Engage your core and lift your upper body towards your knees.
- Press the barbell overhead as you reach the top of the sit-up.
- Lower back down to the starting position and repeat.
Common Mistakes
- Pulling on the neck instead of using the core.
- Not engaging the core during the movement.
- Lifting too quickly which can lead to injury.
Modifications
- Perform without weight to reduce difficulty.
- Use a stability ball to support your back.
Tips
- Keep your back straight while performing the sit-up.
- Engage your core to avoid straining your neck.
- Control the movement to maximize effectiveness.
EZ-Bar Shoulder Press Sit-up Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
core
strength
EZ Bar
sit-up
fitness