Equipmentbody weight
Difficultyintermediate
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Decline Sit-Up
The decline sit-up is an abdominal exercise performed on a decline bench, targeting the abs with added resistance from gravity. It also engages the hip flexors and lower back as secondary muscles.
Step-by-Step Form & Technique
- 1.Lie on a decline bench with your feet secured and your knees bent.
- 2.Place your hands behind your head or across your chest.
- 3.Engage your abs and lift your upper body off the bench, curling forward towards your knees.
- 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
hip flexorslower back
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