3/4 Sit-Up

3/4 Sit-Up — Start position
Start position
3/4 Sit-Up — End position
End position
Region
Lumbar & Core
Equipment
Body Only
Category
Strength
Level
Beginner
Mechanic
compound
Force
pull

Muscles worked

  • abdominals

Filled = primary · Outlined = secondary

Source: Free Exercise DB (public domain)

How to perform

  1. Lie down on the floor and secure your feet. Your legs should be bent at the knees.

  2. 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.

  3. Flex your hips and spine to raise your torso toward your knees.

  4. At the top of the contraction your torso should be perpendicular to the ground. Reverse the motion, going only ¾ of the way down.

  5. Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

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