3/4 Sit-up

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Learn how to do the 3/4 Sit-up with proper form and technique. This body weight exercise primarily targets your Abs, with secondary emphasis on Hip Flexors, Lower Back.

3/4 Sit-up exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the 3/4 Sit-up

Follow these steps to perform the 3/4 Sit-up with correct form:

  1. 1Lie flat on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.
  2. 2Place your hands behind your head with your elbows pointing outwards.
  3. 3Engaging your abs, slowly lift your upper body off the ground, curling forward until your torso is at a 45-degree angle.
  4. 4Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your upper body back down to the starting position.
  5. 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

3/4 Sit-up Muscles Worked

Primary

abs

Secondary

hip flexorslower back

Exercise Details

Equipment
body weight
Body Part
waist
Category
Extended

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