Prisoner Half Sit-up Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head, Obliques, Pectoralis Major Sternal Head, Iliopsoas, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4.5
- Alternate Names
- Prisoner Sit-up
How to: Prisoner Half Sit-up
- Begin lying on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
- Place your hands behind your head with elbows wide.
- Engage your core and slowly lift your upper body towards your knees.
- Pause at the top, feeling the contraction in your abs.
- Lower back down slowly to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum rather than muscle to lift.
- Pulling the head with the hands.
- Not fully lowering back down.
Modifications
- Perform with knees bent to reduce strain.
- Use a stability ball for added support.
Tips
- Keep your elbows wide and don't pull on your neck.
- Engage your core throughout the movement to prevent lower back strain.
- Inhale as you lower back down to help maintain control.
Prisoner Half Sit-up Alternatives
Tags
core
strength
abs
fitness
bodyweight
intermediate