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Band Resisted Decline Sit-Up

A decline sit-up performed with band resistance to increase tension on the abdominals.

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Secondary muscles

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How to do it

  1. Attach a resistance band securely behind the decline bench.
  2. Lie on the bench with your feet anchored, holding the band at the chest or behind the neck.
  3. Engage your core and perform a sit-up, raising your torso towards your knees.
  4. Control the movement back down to starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired repetitions.

Form cues

  • Keep tension in band
  • Crunch up slowly
  • Avoid swinging
  • Exhale on exertion

Common mistakes

  • Using momentum
  • Letting band go slack
  • Improper anchoring of feet

Breathing

Exhale as you sit up, inhale as you lower down.

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