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How to: Weighted Sit-Up

Primary Muscles Used:Abs, Rectus Abdominis

Exercise Families:Trunk Flexion

Equipment:Dumbbell(s)

Trainer:Kayla Itsines

  1. Holding a dumbbell with both hands, lie flat on your back on a yoga mat. Bend your knees and position your feet firmly on the mat. Engage your abdominal muscles by drawing your belly button in towards your spine and extend both arms to hold the dumbbell directly in front of your chest. This is your starting position.
  2. Inhale. Exhale. Keeping your heels firmly planted on the floor, slowly lift your head, shoulder blades, and torso off the floor. Lengthen your spine to sit up tall, pressing the dumbbell up towards the ceiling.
  3. Inhale. Slowly lower your torso, shoulder blades and head to the mat to return to the starting position. Repeat for the specified number of repetitions.

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* Disclaimer: This blog post is not intended to replace the advice of a medical professional. The above information should not be used to diagnose, treat, or prevent any disease or medical condition. Please consult your doctor before making any changes to your diet, sleep methods, daily activity, or fitness routine. Sweat assumes no responsibility for any personal injury or damage sustained by any recommendations, opinions, or advice given in this article.

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