05/08/2026
Struggling to get your first full sit-up? Don’t jump straight to the end—build the foundation first! 🏋️♀️✨
Here is the exact 3-step progression I use with clients to build core strength safely and effectively:
1️⃣ Crunches: Focus on curling your upper spine off the mat while keeping your lower back grounded. Great for isolating the abdominals!
2️⃣ Assisted Sit-Ups: Anchor your feet under dumbbells or a weight plate. This lets your core work through the full range of motion with extra stability.
3️⃣ Full Unassisted Sit-Ups: Ditch the weights and let your core do 100% of the work! Control the movement on the way up and down.
Master each stage before moving to the next. Which step are you working on right now? Let us know in the comments! 👇