Jackknife sit-up
A isolation exercise for the abs. Equipment: no equipment.
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How to do it
- Setup: Lie flat, arms overhead, legs straight.
- Fold up, bringing hands and feet together over the hips
- Unfold slowly to the floor
Muscles worked

Equipment
None. You can do it anywhere. See more exercises by equipment.
Alternatives
Exercises that train the same main muscles. See all jackknife sit-up alternatives.
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