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Decline Weighted Sit-up

A compound exercise for the rectus abdominis.

  • Core
  • Other
  • Compound

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Muscles worked

MainRectus abdominis
AlsoHip flexors, Obliques

Setup

Round up through the spine rather than swinging up from the hips.

How to do it well

  • Anchor the legs on a decline bench
  • Hold a plate against the chest
  • Curl up by flexing the spine

Common mistakes

  • Yanking with the neck
  • Relying on the hip flexors

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General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.