Sit-up with arms on chest
The sit-up with arms on chest is a core exercise targeting the abdominal muscles. The exercise involves lying on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Cross your arms over your chest and lift your upper body towards your knees, then lower back down.
At a glance
- Area
- Waist
- Main muscle
- Abs
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Level
- Beginner
Form tips
- Keep your feet flat on the floor.
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Avoid pulling on your neck with your hands.
- Exhale as you lift your body up.
- Inhale as you lower your body down.
What to watch out for
- lower back pain
- recent abdominal surgery
- pregnancy
Also known as
Sit-up a braccia incrociate sul petto, sit-up con braccia sul petto, sit-up, core exercise, abdominal exercise