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Instructions:

  • 1Lie on a decline bench and secure your feet at the high end.
  • 2Place your hands gently on the sides of your head without pulling on your neck.
  • 3Raise your torso till it's at about a 45-degree angle with the bench.
  • 4Lower your torso back down in a controlled manner until your shoulders touch the bench.
  • 5Repeat this motion for the desired number of reps.

Tips:

  • Ensure not to pull on your neck with your hands.
  • Exhale as you lift your torso and inhale as you lower it back.
  • Keep your movements slow and controlled to maximize muscle engagement.
  • Adjust the bench's angle for a greater challenge as your strength improves.

Decline Sit-up Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs