What is the correct way to do sit-ups?

Exercise is a lifestyle for many people nowadays, and sit-ups are a common and very convenient way of exercise. The correct method of sit-ups is overlooked by many people. The correct method of sit-ups can achieve the purpose of exercise faster.

1. Feet:

Place your feet flat on the ground, hip-width apart. Be careful not to hook your feet onto anything to stabilize your body, as this will reduce the effectiveness of your abdominal muscle training.

2. Legs:

The correct leg posture for sit-ups is to bend the legs about 45 degrees, rather than straightening them. Sit-ups in a straight position can cause great harm to the spine.

3. Abdomen:

Notice the feeling of your abdominal muscles contracting. Keeping your abdominal muscles contracted throughout the movement will strengthen your transverse abdominals, the thin layer of muscle that runs across the abdomen. Strong transverse abdominal muscles can help you achieve a tight abdominal look.

4. Head:

Keep your head and torso upright. (Turning your head to the sides fatigues your neck muscles and increases your risk of injury.) Look straight up and forward; if you're staring at your knees throughout the movement, your head will be leaning forward too far.

5. Hands:

Do not cross your hands behind your neck, otherwise it will easily pull your neck and cause discomfort. Hold your fists behind your ears, or cross your arms over your chest.

6. Mouth:

Just breathe normally. Exhale as you rise, and inhale as you lower. Exhaling forcefully when standing up will affect the strength of the movement, so you should exhale slowly.

7. Shoulders:

Many people are accustomed to hunching their chests when doing exercises. Although this can make the movements easier to do, it also increases the stress on the upper back and neck, reducing the effect of abdominal muscle training. During the movement, you should focus on bringing your chest closer to your pelvis and always keep your shoulders and upper back in a naturally stretched position.

8. Lower back:

The tailbone and lower back should remain in contact with the floor at all times. If your lower back is coming off the floor, you are not working your abs alone.

9. Back:

The angle of the upper body should not exceed 45 degrees, otherwise muscles other than abdominal muscles such as the buttocks and leg muscles will be involved in the exercise.