To work the lateral muscles while doing sit-ups, twist slightly to the left for five sit-ups, and then do the same thing to the right for five repetitions. Share or comment on this article: ...

You would hold your partner's feet for sit-ups, the old sit-and-reach ... ah, those were the days. ... Slow, Methodic Sit Backs Put a Twist on Your Usual Sit-Up. MARLO ALLEVA THE LEDGER.

Sit-Up Twist. Derek Mikulski/ActivMotion (a) Holding 1 dumbbell in each hand, lie on back with knees bent, feet on floor. Press dumbbells directly above chest. (b) Engaging abs, sit up.

A simple twist on the standard sit-up can improve posture, alignment, and arm swing. By Jenessa Connor Published: Jan 29, 2022 7:45 AM EST.