A beginner strength exercise done using just your bodyweight that mainly works the abdominals. Lie down on the floor and secure your feet. Your legs should be bent at the knees. Place your hands behind or to the side of your head. You will begin with your back on the ground. This will be your starting position.
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Primary
Abdominals
Equipment
Bodyweight
Level
beginner
3/4 Sit-Up demonstration
3/4 Sit-Up, starting position3/4 Sit-Up, finishing position
How to Perform
1Lie down on the floor and secure your feet. Your legs should be bent at the knees.
2Place your hands behind or to the side of your head. You will begin with your back on the ground. This will be your starting position.
3Flex your hips and spine to raise your torso toward your knees.
4At the top of the contraction your torso should be perpendicular to the ground. Reverse the motion, going only ¾ of the way down.
5Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
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Tips & Common Mistakes
•Focus on controlled movements rather than speed or momentum
•Maintain proper breathing - exhale during the exertion phase
•Start with lighter weight to master the form before progressing
•This is a great exercise for beginners - focus on form over reps
•As a compound movement, this exercise works multiple muscle groups efficiently
