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Medicine Ball Situp

Beginner

Medicine Ball Situp

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Author

Owen Jones

Updated

17 Sep 2024

Demonstration Video

  • Description
  • Instructions
  • Muscle Groups
  • Tips

Exercise Description

Medicine Ball Situp primarily targets abdominal muscles. When practiced with proper form, you activate your lower body, working your glutes and hamstrings.

Exercise Instructions

  • Step 1

    Lie down on your back with your knees bent at a 90-degree angle. Hold the medicine ball with both hands on your chest.
  • Step 2

    Holding the medicine ball against your chest, squeeze your stomach and use your abs to lift your shoulder and torso off the floor, pressing into your knees. Pause and then slowly return to the starting position.

Muscle Groups

Medicine Ball Situp targets Abs, Hips, Lower Back as seen below.

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Exercise Tips

  • Make sure the medicine ball is pressed against your chest throughout the movement.
  • Don't let your feet leave the floor.