Equipmentbarbell
Difficultyadvanced
abswaist
Barbell Press Sit-Up
The barbell press sit-up is an advanced abdominal exercise that combines a traditional sit-up with a barbell press, engaging the abs, shoulders, and chest. It requires significant core strength, coordination, and balance to safely press the barbell while performing the sit-up motion.
Step-by-Step Form & Technique
- 1.Lie flat on your back on a mat with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.
- 2.Hold the barbell with an overhand grip, resting it on your chest.
- 3.Engaging your abs, slowly lift your upper body off the ground, curling forward until your torso is at a 45-degree angle.
- 4.Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your upper body back down to the starting position.
- 5.Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Secondary Muscles
shoulderschest
Track Barbell Press Sit-Up in RepEight
Two taps to log your sets. Automatic PR detection, calculated 1RMs, and built-in plate math.