GHD Sit-Up

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Exercise overview

Training details

Abs Obliques Hip Flexors

Equipment

Glute Ham Developer

Sets × reps

4 × 10

Rest

1 min 30 sec

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

01Set the feet in the GHD pads with the hips slightly off the front of the pad.
02Start tall with the knees bent and the ribs controlled.
03Lower the torso back only as far as you can control without losing tension.
04Use the hip flexors and abs to sit back up while keeping the movement smooth.
05Touch the pad or target with control and avoid throwing the head or arms to finish.

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