The incline twisting situp is an abdominal exercise performed on an incline bench, targeting the abs and obliques by adding a rotational movement to the traditional situp.
Also Works
Obliques
How to Perform
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Set up an incline bench at a 45 degree angle.
2
Lie down on the bench with your feet secured under the foot pads.
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Place your hands behind your head or across your chest.
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Engage your abs and lift your upper body off the bench, curling forward.
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As you curl up, twist your torso to one side, bringing your elbow towards the opposite knee.
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Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your upper body back down to the starting position.
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Repeat the movement, this time twisting your torso to the other side.
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Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.