Flexion leg sit up (straight arm)
The flexion leg sit up (straight arm) is a core exercise targeting the abdominal muscles. It involves lying on your back with legs bent and arms extended straight above your head, then performing a sit-up by lifting your torso towards your knees while keeping your arms straight.
At a glance
- Area
- Waist
- Main muscle
- Abs
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Avoid using momentum to lift your torso.
- Exhale as you lift your torso and inhale as you lower it.
What to watch out for
- lower back pain
- recent abdominal surgery
- pregnancy
Also known as
Sit-up con gambe flesse e braccia dritte, flexion leg sit up, straight arm sit up, core exercise, abs workout