Movement library

Sit-Up

CoreAbs, Hip flexorsAbMat (optional)

Lie back with the soles of your feet together, touch the floor behind your head, then sit up and touch your toes.

How to do it

  • Arms swing to help start the rep
  • Shoulders touch the floor at the bottom
  • Touch your feet or past them at the top
  • Use an AbMat to support your low back

Watch out for

  • Yanking on the neck
  • Short range at the top or bottom

Make it easier

Anchor your feet under something, or do crunches.