Exercise technique

pelvic tilt

The pelvic tilt is a bodyweight exercise that targets the abdominal muscles and helps improve core stability and lower back health. It is often used in rehabilitation and as a foundational movement for beginners.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Lie flat on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.
  2. Place your hands by your sides.
  3. Engage your abs and tilt your pelvis upward, pressing your lower back into the ground.
  4. Hold this position for a few seconds, focusing on contracting your abs.
  5. Release the tilt and return to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Lower back.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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