Flexion Leg Sit-up (straight arm) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Obliques, Sartorius, Iliopsoas, Quadriceps
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Straight Arm Sit-up
How to: Flexion Leg Sit-up (straight arm)
- Lie on your back on a mat with your legs extended straight out in front.
- Raise your arms straight up toward the ceiling.
- Engaging your abs, lift your torso off the mat while keeping your arms straight.
- Pause for a moment when you're upright, then slowly lower back down.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Pulling on the neck with the hands.
- Leaning back too far instead of using core strength.
- Rushing the movement.
Modifications
- Perform the sit-up with knees bent to ease strain on the back.
- Use a stability ball for added support.
Tips
- Keep your arms straight throughout the movement to maintain tension in your core.
- Engage your core before initiating the sit-up to enhance effectiveness.
- Avoid using momentum; focus on controlled movements.
Flexion Leg Sit-up (straight arm) Alternatives
Tags
core
abs
strength
upper body
sit-up
fitness