Target Muscle

    Abs

    Equipment

    Body Weight

    Difficulty

    Intermediate

    Category

    Strength

    CoreBody Weight

    Decline Situp

    The decline situp 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.

    Also Works

    Hip FlexorsLower Back

    How to Perform

    1. 1

      Lie on a decline bench with your feet secured and your knees bent.

    2. 2

      Place your hands behind your head or across your chest.

    3. 3

      Engage your abs and lift your upper body off the bench, curling forward towards your knees.

    4. 4

      Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your upper body back down to the starting position.

    5. 5

      Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

    Pro Tips

    • •Focus on controlled movements rather than speed
    • •Breathe out during the exertion phase
    • •Keep your core engaged throughout the movement

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