Otis-Up
How to do the Otis-Up with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.
Abs
Chest, Shoulders, Triceps
Other
How to do the Otis-Up
- 1
Secure your feet and lay back on the floor. Your knees should be bent. Hold a weight with both hands to your chest. This will be your starting position.
- 2
Initiate the movement by flexing the hips and spine to raise your torso up from the ground.
- 3
As you move up, press the weight up so that it is above your head at the top of the movement.
- 4
Return the weight to your chest as you reverse the sit-up motion, ensuring not to go all the way down to the floor.
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Every Otis-Up set you log feeds Ascend's anatomy heatmap, so your abs volume is visible at a glance, and counts toward your bodyweight-strength tier.
Where the Otis-Up fits
The Otis-Up shows up in training built around a specific goal. See how it fits:
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Otis-Up: common questions
What muscles does the Otis-Up work?
The Otis-Up primarily works the Abs. It also recruits the Chest, Shoulders and Triceps as supporting muscles.
Is the Otis-Up suitable for beginners?
Yes. The Otis-Up is a beginner-level exercise, so it's a solid choice if you're new to training. Start light and focus on the movement pattern before adding load.
Is the Otis-Up a compound or isolation exercise?
The Otis-Up is a compound exercise, it moves multiple joints and works several muscle groups at once, which makes it efficient for building overall strength.
How do I do the Otis-Up with correct form?
Secure your feet and lay back on the floor. Your knees should be bent. Hold a weight with both hands to your chest. This will be your starting position. Follow the full step-by-step above for the complete movement.
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