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Sit Up (Weighted)

A full ab contraction loaded up for serious strength.

Sit Up (Weighted) exercise demonstration
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How to do it

  1. Lie on your back with knees bent and hold a weight on your chest.
  2. Brace your core and tuck your chin.
  3. Sit all the way up until your torso is upright.
  4. Lower slowly back to the floor.

The one cue that matters

Curl up segment by segment, don't jerk yourself up with momentum.

Muscles worked

The Sit Up (Weighted) isolates the Core — no passengers. That makes it a clean tool for adding targeted core volume without extra fatigue.

FAQ

What muscles does the Sit Up (Weighted) work?

The Sit Up (Weighted) primarily works the Core.

How heavy should I go?

Pick a weight where you finish each set with 1 to 2 clean reps left in the tank. Own the top of your rep range before adding weight.

How many sets and reps of Sit Up (Weighted)?

For most lifters 3 to 4 working sets. Pick the rep range that fits your goal and progress the load when the top of the range feels owned.

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