Dumbbell Sit Up

Description

This dumbbell exercise is a variation or a progression of the normal body weight sit-up exercise. This targets the same muscles: the rectus abdominis, and the hip flexors. With the added resistance, this exercise is a bit more challenging resulting in stronger abs.

Benefits

  • This exercise targets mainly the rectus abdominis muscles.
  • This exercise also targets the hip flexors.
  • This will help on improving overall ab and hip flexor strength.

Risks

  • This exercise is not recommended to individuals whose core is not that strong.
  • This is definitely not recommended to beginners.
  • Proper progression is required to avoid back injuries.

Additional Information

Target Muscles

Abs

Secondary Muscles

Obliques

Stabilizer Muscles

Back (Lower), Shoulders

Experience

Beginner (1-2 years)

Equipment

1 x Dumbbell

Exercise Type

Strength

Exertion

40%

Cardio Intensity

20%

Force

Push

Mechanic

Isolated

Force Detail

Bilateral

Functions

N/A

Intensity

N/A

Bearing

N/A

Impact

N/A

Utilities

N/A

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