Weighted Sit Ups With Bands

Perform sit-ups with added resistance using bands for increased intensity.

Instructions

• Anchor a resistance band to a sturdy object behind you.
• Sit on the floor with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.
• Hold the ends of the band in each hand, ensuring there's tension in the band when you lean back slightly.
• Lie down with your back flat on the floor, and arms extended towards your knees.
• Engage your core and lift your upper body towards your knees, using the band as resistance.
• Slowly lower back down to the starting position.
• Repeat for the desired number of reps.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Not anchoring the band securely, causing it to snap back.
• Using momentum to sit up rather than engaging the core muscles.
• Pulling with the arms instead of the abdominal muscles.
• Not maintaining a straight back during the movement.

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