Half Sit-up (male)

Half Sit-up demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Lie flat on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor
  • 2Place your hands gently behind your head
  • 3Engage your abdominal muscles and lift your upper body towards your knees
  • 4Slowly return to starting position
  • 5Repeat this process for multiple reps

Tips:

  • Keep your elbows relaxed to avoid pulling your neck
  • Try not to use momentum when lifting your upper body
  • Keep your neck in line with your spine during the exercise
  • Try drawing in your belly button towards your spine during the lift

Half Sit-up Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs