Adding weights to the classic sit-up brings a whole new level of strengthening to your workout.
- Begin by lying on your back with your knees bent and your feet flat on the ground, about two feet from your butt. Hold two- to four-kilogram dumbbells in both hands at your chest with your elbows on the floor.
- Keeping your hands at your chest, roll up to a sitting position. Twist your ribs to the left as you "punch" your right hand to the outside of the left knee.
- Bring the right hand back to your chest as you untwist, bringing your torso back to the centre, and roll down to the ground.
- Repeat the sit-up, twisting to the right side and "punching" your left hand to complete one rep.
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