Why Sit-Ups are a Terrible Exercise for your Back. Do this instead!

Famous Physical Therapist Bob Schrupp and Brad Heineck discuss why full sit-ups are terrible for your back and why you shouldn't do them. They also provide alternative exercises.
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[@MiuMiuG]

As someone who's had and continues to have the worst back issue flare ups, I find you to be the most informative and helpful channel on KZbin. Thanks for the help you offer so many people like myself.

[@darthren474]

This video feels like it was made in 1995. I just get the old vibe from it.

[@darthren474]

+physicaltherapyvideo Nothing wrong with the content guys. Great work ! Please keep it going.

[@commentatron]

♫ Feelings... whoa, whoa, whoa, Feelings... ♪♫ Hmmm, maybe more like 1975

[@rubenpartono]

Maybe because these dudes were made in the 1960s 😂. Awesome people, I'm a youngster and I love their content!

[@sobster123]

Old is gold.

[@hellopsp180]

i would not doubt it was filmed B&W which only recently got a full Colour Rendition XD hahah like those old WW2 films

[@moosif5]

First no burpees, now no situps. This is a good week. I will make the switch to more planks, thanks guys

[@Nobodyokbro]

Weird sit ups don't hurt my back at all

[@Nobodyokbro]

And burpees are good

[@FreezyPop]

@@Nobodyokbro yea I don't see how burpees are bad

[@sewgatormomm]

@@Nobodyokbro They never hurt mine for decades until this year. I wish I had learned this better form years ago.

[@AlexLeizerovich]

@@Nobodyokbro if you are in your 20 and most of the 30 and in good shape without issues that makes sense. If you already had back issue and out of shape it can fuck up your back badly. I used to do just fine. but I sit a lot and in the last couple years it ruined my back.

[@kbii_]

seriously *physical education* in school should be like this. teaching the manuals of how to _use_ our body

[@KordTaylor]

Thank you so much for this. I was doing about 50 sit-ups a day. Then was simply bending over one day and “bang” lower-back pain that put me out for a few days. Maybe I need to change that thanks again, you guys make a difference.

[@badfoody]

thanks for this i returned to the gym after 2 years, thanks to the pandemic but i always exercised by carrying a heavy sandbag and walking with it for an hour or more. it was great but, i don't think i ever really got to work on back so when i got back to the gym, i did my declined sit ups and it hurt! my back felt empty, that's the feeling i got. needless to say, i think sitting down at work, gaming either did a number or my sit ups were always bad. moving to planks now

[@SiberianTiger888]

I love these exercise videos. I've noticed before that sit-ups and burpees don't feel too great on the back but I thought I'd push through them. Well I'm glad to learn of the alternatives exercises you guys showed in the last 2 videos.

[@jorgenjohnsson9084]

Side plank is a good one. But when carelessness , it is easy to get a pinching in the shoulder. Important to push off and do not hang in the shoulder. 😊

[@ligeiamt]

Hi Bob and Brad, thank you for sharing your knowledge! I wonder: if sit-ups are not good for the spine, pilates' exercise of rolling up is not good neither? It is in general presented as an excellent exercise to the core and to stretch the spine. I hope you can reply to my question!

[@littlemschat1052]

Good idea, cuz i still want to do the part where u pull the lower spine to the thighs .

[@LightS_bRight]

"we can fix about everything but a broken heart"

[@hcazpena]

Sir all branches haven't switched over yet, here in the Army we are still doing sit ups

[@Nobodyokbro]

They're not bad if just don't use something to help you're feet

[@RichRich1955]

The sit up while some people yank on the neck can be catastrophic. Injury to the vertebral artery if too much force

[@WorldOfLulz]

I believe they're fine provided you have a strong enough lower back. Provided you are deadlifting or doing back extensions (any movement to counter the crunching motion) your posture will be fine. In addition, the rounded position of your lower back won't be an issue in the crunch i your back itself is strong enough to handle it. What do the most famous PTs on KZbin think?

[@alexbarsky5349]

Always think of lumbopelvic region when working out the core

[@pantheongaia]

You guys are so cool and silly :3

[@tbillyjoeroth]

Brad: what do you do instead of the side plank? You mention doing some other variation but you don't say what it is. Thank you!

[@alamore5084]

Very clear and useful video.

[@pip_fit21]

This is so important!! Thank you for sharing 🙏

[@janesleeth7005]

I love their approach in making evidence fun and useful. Thanks fellow #physiotherapists. JESleeth Optimal Performance Consultants Inc.

[@user-pi4ik7si8c]

Hi Dears I am in trouble matter.. Please help me.. Next week I have sit up exercise test as a job required.. I have l4 l5+l5-S1 slipped disc.. Do you advice me to do that.. Recently I don't have any painful.. Please please replied

[@srinisivabalan2548]

There's a view that if you keep the posterior tilt on your hips throughout the motion, then it removes the shear on the back and the full sit-up becomes a useful, good exercise. What's your view on that?

[@trnj467]

This also harmful because you well develop posterior pelvic tilt instead of anterior pelvic tilt , plank keep balance between the two

[@mikebarker5067]

Bob and brad whats popping my gees?

[@cryptoczar568]

Tell that to Hershall Walker

[@mrstevek118]

Thanks guys, Good video. I had a stroke and need an exercise for core strengthening my core

[@smidgens1]

What about a 200kg deadlift? That's surely about 400% the stress on the spine but it's not considered dangerous when done properly?

[@Blissfuleagle12]

Still continuing doing sit-ups... I know I'm stupid.

[@McCallumClips]

Nice job. Very helpful. Thank you.

[@carolfoster7573]

Are these safe exercises for someone with sciatic problems?

[@hyatt9011]

thank you!!

[@t4health527]

I love plank. I do it a lot and I always feel good when I do it. I do yoga so we are in plank a lot. Just recently I decided to look at my posture in plank in the mirror and it looks terrible! My scapula nearly look like they are winging. But when I do the wing test against a wall, I don't have scapula winging. Wondering what it is with plank. Can you do a video on plank posture corrections? Or what exercises to do to be in a good plank? Thanks!!

[@camus585]

Thank you some much Bob and Brad for the advice. I have one question, is it safe to do dead lift and leg rises with a bulging disc ?

[@b.l.a.c.k.s.t.a.r]

I feel like after a while sit ups aren't good for body building, because you're not challenging the muscles with anything new. Would wearing a weight vest while planking be bad for your back?

[@ResistmeJocy]

Just came across your channel I love you guys the videos are so helpful and funny Keep up the good work guys Trust me this helps alot of people

[@speedyhoward7577]

Jocy, sorry you have issues that you need help with, but you struck gold when you found these guys. Haven't found an issue yet that they haven"t done a video on. Kind of like Walmart, if they don't have it, you don't need it. As for their senses of humor, they almost (but not quite) make you forget how much you're hurting. Stick around, enjoy and learn bunches!

[@tsbsam1975]

Super. I just love you guys

[@midfucu]

Amazing on how far they've come

[@EppingForest304]

Good info, thanks

[@Niborino9409]

I hate that the situp is so common. Like the go to exercise for the abs. I've stopped doing sit-ups so I don't get a back injury. My back is vulnerable enough as is. So the planks and dead bug seems a lot better.

[@klio5726]

Hello, for the side planks, what do you suggest for someone who suffers from shoulder rotator cuff syndrome? The side planks give a discomfort to the shoulders. And are the planks the only other alternative for sit ups? Sit ups huts my lower back to the point that I cannot lay flat. Any suggestions on modifications. Thank you.

[@klio5726]

Great thank you, I will search for it.

[@leighwatson1861]

Thanks

[@speedyhoward7577]

I can't do the plank but I sure like the dead bug!

[@pranishpdl]

are you saying right but i have a terrible fat so i am doing and it is a exercise how can it harm us?????????????????????then give me disadvantages of sit ups!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Kruscher76]

In my jiu jitsu class the coaches make me do full sit ups from time to time. I really don't do them if I don't have to.

[@yeaturnboi659]

Sit ups are a good exercise, but people cheat on it and then they suffer the concequences. Two good tips 1. Don't pull on your neck thinking it will help you 2. Keep your feet flat and not anchored to anything, and do not move your pelvis during the sit up. This is what causes the pain, bad form

[@tysonward]

How do I earn abs without doing sit ups

[@adibabrahmziy]

hey guys. remember me haha. well I finally started getting physio done. turns out it wasn't a muscle tare in my lower back like I thought. it's actually the FACET joint . I must have worn it out then it got aggravated and I was told that when this happens the lower back muscles have spasms and cramp up . so can you guys please make a video explaining the Facet joint, and why it would suddenly out of the blue decide to give out like it did to me :/. thanks fellas

[@adibabrahmziy]

and how to prevent wear on it and such. especially for athletes who workout 😊

[@adibabrahmziy]

+physicaltherapyvideo also can you make another video on how to properly sit in a car chair. I got one of those 7 way adjust seat with built in custom lumbar support. i have so many options it's confusing what's the best for the joint and back. what seat position and such. thanks and keep being awesome!

[@nickstoykov]

I GOT A QUESTION I WAS OPERATED AND NOW IM LAYING DOWN ON MY BACK 30 days i need to sit om a wheelchair so i can go places what you suggest i do i csnt move my leggs much when i sit on bed my back is not 90 degris please help thanks Nick

[@60zeller]

If planks are good, then why would you not do that type of static exercise for other body parts?

[@trustpinoy9891]

Will it gets heal back to normal after doing the right posture of working out abs? Ive been having low back ache for 2 years now! It comes and go.

[@razzking]

So, how long should one hold the Plank position for it to be of benefit? I had to stop doing planks due to upper back and shoulder pain, but I had them up to 8 mins I think, Perhaps that is too long for most people? (My age ha ha) I do tons of pushups in my basic workout program. People tell me that is working my core plenty but I cannot do many sit ups. I am thinking I still need to work my core more. Thanks for the videos

[@ddrusa]

Why is there two ads in every video now

[@Princessfaith_]

I love them!

[@torontoomar]

to summarizer do planks, side planks, and flat back bicycles... maybe leg raises?

[@torontoomar]

+physicaltherapyvideo Thanks

[@NavjotKharoud]

good information guys 👍👍

[@NavjotKharoud]

😊

[@adjmbb5109]

I'm really really confused. I don't know if I'm alien or human but every gym injury I have it heals when I wake up. So I don't care if I hurt my back

[@optimalperformanceconsulta5813]

Love the Quote guys re the Hit the Snooze Button! #NoMoreSitUps JESleeth PT

[@drumyogi9281]

Keep your back stiff when you do a sit up. You are bending your spine. Use your muscles to move up, not your spine.

[@thisisbob1001]

Good

[@bryantb3391]

When i was doing situps my back was clicking on the way down

[@huygfc4257]

do double crunch and v-situp👍

[@newhorizon1355]

Where were you guys when I had a drill sergeant helicopter hovering over me, with a red face. You could've saved my hearing aswell.

[@ecrouch77]

There you go again mentioning the book on posture by your friend. What's the name of the book?

[@danieljunk4548]

thanks for the good advice.

[@GodsWheat]

Too late for me I have back pain From last winter I did 80 sit ups after not doing for a while I think I messed up my nerves I felt such a weird feeling and lost feeling in my right leg for a moment not sure how to fix it im still young only 17

[@mcmakelove369]

@@GodsWheat I hope it got better

[@GodsWheat]

@@mcmakelove369 yeah I was thinking about it yesterday how I literally feel like normal again

[@mcmakelove369]

@@GodsWheat glad to hear that !

[@Oschar157]

What do i do if i need to do them for military

[@musprutten7946]

Never had back pains trained my whole life had a year break from training started doing 100 situps a day then liike in 2 weeks going backpain is it to late to fix?

[@BobandBrad]

You can always do exercises to help it. You should see your physician for a proper examination and then we can give you the correct exercises for your specific situation

[@jorgejaramillo926]

How about crunches?

[@adrianhepton9362]

confused about the form for the dead bug exercise. you mention flattening the back, is this not bad because the back is going into an extreme range of motion, i.e. is it not safer to have the back in the mid point between being rounded and flattened so that you are maintaining the natural curve in the spine?

[@archiesmith2361]

Absolutely correct. They should not be saying to flatten the back as this increases the load on the back. Keep a natural curve by putting your hands under the small of the back. Please refer to Dr. McGill, The Back Mechanic. He has devoted his life to studying the mechanics of the back.

[@TexasReppin210]

can yall do a video on atlus instability.

[@capt.Justin]

Learn my lesson the hard way

[@ilblixenli2760]

I’m 16 and I’ve had therapy and it made it worse and I’ve had it for a couple years have any tips pls

[@ilblixenli2760]

It’s in my lower back btw

[@Dilly-Winkus]

Haha you guys are too cool 👍

[@joshuaendres5350]

Can u do a video on back bridges?

[@joshuaendres5350]

+physicaltherapyvideo no thank you!!!

[@nickfanzo]

I hold planks

[@boogz4073]

sit ups are bad for your back if you cant do them correctly .. if you know how to do a proper sit up it is fine

[@MiGzZ_X1]

Bob kane and Bill Finger is more like it 😂😂 🦇

[@mrstevek118]

guys. I had a stroke and I don't have the strength to do planks are there modified ones that I could do for now until I get stronger. Thanks.

[@mrstevek118]

ok. Thanks. I'll do that

[@jerrindaniels7746]

They’re not bad though

[@moretacos1]

Not sure which branch of the military is going to planks. They conduct studies and go back to the sit up. Maybe in another 100 years they'll phase the sit up out?

[@yusaksantoso9545]

you mentioned about having Spondylosis.. it that AS? Or different type?

[@SheriDin]

tht bicycle doesnt work for me. it makes it worse. i just sit & squeeze in my belly button & repeat over & over until i get bored :)

[@SheriDin]

haha 😃

[@SheriDin]

Actually i watch a lot of your videos and i am doing so many things tht YOU guys hv recommended. You guys and also Dr Mandell's channel "motivationaldoc". You guys are the best. Practical, easy, doable. And you two are so much fun to watch. I hv managed to get many pain-free days from practicing the techniques you guys teach! THANK YOU from all the bones in my spine and all the nerves that run through them. Thank you. ⚘🌻

[@RS-io6vm]

marine corps made us do 100 in under 2 mins. 3 times a week

[@followerofgms8294]

And that's why veterans have back hip and knee PROBLEMS STUPID TRAINING AND DUMB EXERCISES

[@calebocf4569]

@@followerofgms8294 no its because they arr old...

[@raisnhed]

Fuck sit ups.

[@samuel_eli07]

Mike tyson broke his back by doing a lot of sit ups

[@draco2xx]

spinal 😭

[@huhehiho9892]

Here you guys are promoting planks yet on your other core video's you disfavor planks & refer to it as a fad.

[@thisperson6655]

First!

[@puddincup9879]

Red shirt has a fupa...I'm out😭

[@endlessadventure541]

you guys are getting old.