Crossed-Arms Situp

Beginner

Crossed-Arms Situp

Author

Owen Jones

Updated

17 Sep 2024

Demonstration Video

Description
Instructions
Muscle Groups
Tips

Exercise Description

Crossed-Arms Situp is a great exercise to strengthen the core. This exercise also works for lower abdominal and hip flexors. Crossed-arm situps also increase flexibility and balance and reduce back pain and injury risk.

Exercise Instructions

Step 1
Lie on your back with your knees bent and your feet flat on the floor. Cross your arms over your chest.
Step 2
Keeping your feet on the floor, bend your upper body towards your hips. Keep your head in line with your body. Pause and then lower your upper body back to the floor.

Muscle Groups

Crossed-Arms Situp targets Abs, Obliques as seen below.

Exercise Tips

Don't start the movement with your shoulders. Instead, focus on getting up by tightening your abs.
Keep your abs tight, pausing at the top of the rep.
Avoid the impulse by working at a controlled pace.