Weighted decline crunch

Weighted decline crunch demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1While holding a weight, lie back onto a decline bench and secure your legs at the top of the pad
  • 2Once in position, begin to roll your shoulders forward
  • 3At the top of the lift, exhale and squeeze your abdominal muscles
  • 4Lower and inhale
  • 5Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions

Tips:

  • Keep constant muscle tension by not returning all the way back
  • Control the movement, slow is better
  • Engage your core throughout the entire motion
  • Avoid pulling on your neck. The movement should be driven by your abs

Weighted decline crunch Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs