Single-Leg Star Sit-Up
The Single-Leg Star Sit-Up mainly works the core. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
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Single-Leg Star Sit-Up Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis)
Secondary
Obliques; Hip Flexor (iliopsoas)
How to do the Single-Leg Star Sit-Up
Equipment and Setup
Perform this exercise on a flat surface, ideally on a cushioned yoga mat.
Lie flat on your back with your legs fully extended and your arms extended over your head so your body forms a straight line.
Movement
Engage your core to initiate the movement.
Simultaneously reach one arm toward the opposite leg while lifting your torso and that leg off the floor.
Aim to meet your hand and foot in the air, keeping the other arm and leg on the floor for stability.
Slowly lower your torso and leg back to the starting position with control.
Alternate sides with each repetition, ensuring you maintain a steady tempo throughout the set.
Focus on breathing out as you crunch up and breathing in as you return to the starting position.
Single-Leg Star Sit-Up FAQs
What muscles does the Single-Leg Star Sit-Up work?
The Single-Leg Star Sit-Up mainly works the core. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis.
What equipment do you need for the Single-Leg Star Sit-Up?
None. The Single-Leg Star Sit-Up is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
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