The Flexion Leg Sit Up (Straight Arm) exercise is a core strengthening exercise that targets the abdominal muscles while also engaging the arms and hip flexors. It is a variation of the traditional sit up that involves keeping the arms straight and extended overhead throughout the movement.
How to perform
To perform the Flexion Leg Sit Up (Straight Arm) exercise, follow these steps:1. Lie flat on your back on a mat with your legs extended straight out in front of you and your arms extended straight overhead, reaching towards the ceiling.
2. Activate your core muscles by drawing your belly button in towards your spine.
3. Keeping your arms straight and reaching towards the ceiling, slowly lift your upper body off the ground, engaging your abdominal muscles to curl your torso towards your knees.
4. As you lift up, simultaneously lift your legs off the ground, bending your knees and bringing them towards your chest.
5. Pause at the top of the movement, then slowly lower your upper body and legs back down to the starting position with control.
6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
7. To increase the intensity of the exercise, you can hold a weight in your hands or use ankle weights on your legs.
It is important to maintain proper form throughout the exercise, focusing on engaging your core muscles and avoiding any strain on your neck or lower back. Start with a few repetitions and gradually increase as you build strength and endurance.
Equipment required
Body Weight
Body weight equipment includes items like resistance bands, stability balls, and suspension trainers. These tools are used for a wide range of exercises that focus on strength training, flexibility, balance, and stability. They are commonly used in bodyweight exercises that utilize the resistance of one's own body to build muscle and improve overall fitness.