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Decline Sit-Up

Main muscle
Abs
Muscle group
Core
Equipment
Bodyweight

How to do it

  1. 1Lie back on a decline bench with your feet secured under the pads.
  2. 2Cross your arms over your chest or lightly touch your temples.
  3. 3Curl your torso up off the bench, leading with your chest.
  4. 4Continue until your torso is upright over your hips.
  5. 5Lower back down under control to the starting position.

Coaching cues

  • Lead with the chest
  • Control the descent
  • Keep the neck neutral

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