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Assisted Sit-Up

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Equipment

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This exercise involves performing a sit-up with assistance, where a partner holds the feet to stabilize the body. It primarily targets the core muscles, helping to build abdominal strength.

How to do it

  1. Lie down on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
  2. Cross your arms over your chest.
  3. Have a partner hold your feet to stabilize your lower body.
  4. Engage your core and exhale as you lift your upper body towards your knees.
  5. Inhale as you slowly lower back to the starting position.

Muscles worked

Primary Rectus Abdominis

Secondary Iliopsoas Obliques

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