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Sit-up with a twist

A isolation exercise for the abs and obliques. Equipment: no equipment.

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How to do it

  1. Setup: Lie on your back, knees bent, hands by your ears.
  2. Sit up and turn one elbow toward the opposite knee
  3. Lower and twist the other way next time

Muscles worked

Sit-up with a twist: 3D figure mid-rep with the abs and obliques highlighted

Equipment

None. You can do it anywhere. See more exercises by equipment.

Alternatives

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