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Abs · Intermediate

Otis Sit Up

Weighted sit-up that finishes with a controlled overhead press of a plate or dumbbell.

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Otis Sit Up demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

AbsHip FlexorsShouldersTricepsCore

Equipment

Weight Plate

Sets × reps

3 × 12

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Lie on your back with the knees bent, the feet anchored, and a weight plate held securely at the chest.
  2. 02Brace the abdominals and begin the sit-up by curling the ribs toward the pelvis.
  3. 03Continue rising to a tall seated position while pressing the plate overhead.
  4. 04Finish with the arms extended and the plate stacked over the shoulders without leaning backward.
  5. 05Lower the plate to the chest and roll the torso back to the floor under control.

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