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Alternating Situp

Intermediate

Alternating Situp

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Author

Owen Jones

Updated

17 Sep 2024

Demonstration Video

  • Description
  • Instructions
  • Muscle Groups
  • Tips

Exercise Description

Alternating Situp workout uses your body weight to strengthen and tone the core-stabilizing abdominal muscles. Situps work the rectus abdominis, transverse abdominis, and obliques in addition to your hip flexors, chest, and neck. This exercise promotes good posture by working your lower back and gluteal muscles.

Exercise Instructions

  • Step 1

    Lie face down on the floor with your knees bent and your feet flat. Place your fingertips behind your ears with your elbows straight.
  • Step 2

    Sit down and roll your shoulders. Touch your right elbow to your left knee. Return to starting position and change sides.

Muscle Groups

Alternating Situp targets Abs, Hips, Lower Back, Obliques as seen below.

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Exercise Tips

  • Avoid rounding forward at the shoulders.
  • Make sure you get full torso rotation by touching your elbow to your knee.