Fitness Tips — Straight Arm Sit Up

The straight-arm sit-up is a challenging core exercise that primarily targets the abdominal muscles.

Today we're talking about some tips on proper form and technique for the straight-arm sit-up variations: 1. Standard Straight-Arm Sit-Up: Keep your arms extended straight overhead throughout the movement. Engage your core by tightening your abdominal muscles and pressing your lower back into the floor. Lift your torso up using your abdominal strength, not momentum or arm power. Avoid arching your back as you sit up. Slowly lower back down with control. Straight-Arm Sit-Up with Leg Raise: Simultaneously lift your legs and torso, keeping your arms extended overhead. Maintain a neutral spine and avoid excessive arching in your lower back....