OUTLINE

ABDOMEN & SITUPS

 

I. Pelvic Movements

A. Anterior/Posterior Tilt

B. Lateral Tilt (Flexion)

C. Rotation

 

II. Trunk Movements

A. Flexion/Extension

B. Lateral Flexion

C. Rotation

 

III. Muscles

A. Abdominal

1. Rectus Abdominis

2. External Oblique

3. Internal Oblique

4. Transverse Abdominis

 

B. Hip Flexors

1. Iliopsoas

2. Rectus Femoris

IV. Sit-up Exercise Analysis

A. Straight Leg

B. Bent Knee

 

V. Discussion of Related Exercises