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StrengthMedicine Ball

Medicine Ball Sit-up (wall)

Intensity
12–20 reps
MET
3energy expenditure
Type
Strength

Target muscles

  • Quads40%
  • Abs40%

Supporting muscles

  • Shoulders
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Hold the medicine ball at chest height with both elbows tucked in.

  1. 1

    Sit on the floor facing a wall with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.

  2. 2

    Hold a medicine ball with both hands in front of your chest.

  3. 3

    Lean back slightly to start the sit-up.

  4. 4

    Perform a sit-up by bringing your torso towards your thighs and throwing the ball against the wall.

  5. 5

    Catch the ball on the rebound and return to the starting position.

  6. 6

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Expert tip

Exhale as you throw the ball against the wall to engage your abs more effectively and protect your spine.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Throwing the ball using only the arms
  • ✕Feet lifting off the ground on the throw
  • ✕Sitting too far from the wall to catch
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