Sit Up

A classic abdominal exercise that focuses on strengthening the core muscles.

Instructions

• Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.
• Cross your arms over your chest or place your hands behind your ears.
• Curl your upper body towards your knees, lifting your shoulders off the ground.
• Keep your lower back on the floor.
• Return to the starting position in a controlled manner.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Pulling on the neck with the hands.
• Using momentum to complete the movement instead of core muscles.
• Not exhaling when curling up.
• Lifting the lower back off the floor.

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