Incline Twisting Situp Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Iliopsoas
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Iliopsoas
- Secondary Muscles
- Adductor Brevis, Rectus Abdominis, Obliques, Quadriceps, Adductor Longus, Sartorius, Pectineous
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Twisting Sit-up
How to: Incline Twisting Situp
- Lie on an incline bench with your feet secured.
- Cross your arms over your chest or place your hands behind your head.
- Engage your core and lift your torso towards your knees.
- Twist your torso to one side as you lift, then return to the center.
- Lower back down with control and repeat the movement.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum instead of controlled movement.
- Neglecting to engage the core.
- Twisting the neck rather than the torso.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise on a softer surface.
- Reduce the range of motion to minimize strain.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Control the descent to prevent lower back strain.
- Twist your torso rather than just your head to avoid neck strain.
Incline Twisting Situp Alternatives
Tags
core
waist
strength
abs
intermediate
twisting