Decline bench sit up with twist

Muscles worked: Abs
Abs
🔧 Decline Bench ↕ Rotation 🔁 reps Difficulty:

Muscle outlines from Body Muscles by Ivan Vulović, Apache 2.0 — regrouped and recoloured for Muscle Train.

How to perform

Engage your core, exhale, and lift your torso off the bench. Twist towards the opposite knee, squeezing your abs and obliques at the peak. Inhale as you slowly lower back to the starting position, alternating twist direction each rep.

Muscles Worked

External ObliquesInternal Obliques
Secondary: Iliopsoas, Erector Spinae

Tips

To initiate the movement, lead with your chest as you lift, ensuring your hips remain stable and grounded on the bench to prevent unwanted rocking. Gently tuck your chin towards your chest to maintain a neutral neck position and protect your cervical spine throughout the exercise. Focus on fully engaging your core muscles throughout the entire range of motion, drawing your belly button towards your spine to maximize abdominal activation and stability.

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