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Jackknife Sit-Up

A bodyweight movement targeting the abs. Follow the steps below and keep every repetition controlled.

Target · absEquipment · body weightCategory · waist

Technique

How to perform it

  1. Lie flat on your back with your legs extended and your arms overhead.
  2. Engage your core and lift your legs and upper body simultaneously, reaching your hands towards your toes.
  3. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your legs and upper body back down to the starting position.
  4. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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