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Decline Bench Sit-up

The Decline Bench Sit-up is a lever machine exercise that targets the abs, with the hip flexors assisting. Follow the 6 steps below.

Decline Bench Sit-up demonstration
Target muscles
Abs
Also works
Hip flexors
Equipment
Lever machine
Body part
Waist

Step by step

  1. Set a decline bench to the desired angle and secure your feet under the pads.
  2. Lie back on the bench with your hands across your chest or behind your head.
  3. Engage your core and begin sitting up, lifting your torso toward your knees.
  4. Reach the top position with your back straight and abs fully contracted.
  5. Slowly lower your torso back down to the bench with control.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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