Kettlebell Sit up Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Kettlebell
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Hip Flexors, Obliques
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Kettlebell Sit-Up
How to: Kettlebell Sit up
- Lie flat on your back, holding a kettlebell with both hands above your chest.
- Bend your knees with feet flat on the ground.
- Engage your core and lift your upper body as you bring the kettlebell towards your knees.
- Slowly lower back down to the starting position while maintaining control.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum to pull up rather than engaging the core.
- Failing to fully lower back down and engage the entire range of motion.
- Pulling on the neck instead of supporting the head.
Modifications
- Perform the sit-up without the kettlebell to reduce difficulty.
- Reduce the range of motion by only lifting halfway.
Tips
- Start with a lighter kettlebell to master the form.
- Keep your core engaged throughout the exercise.
- Avoid pulling your neck with your hands; support your head lightly.
Kettlebell Sit up Alternatives
Tags
abs
core
kettlebell
strength
intermediate
waist