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Abs · Intermediate

Decline Sit-up and Russian Twist

Decline sit-up followed by a controlled seated trunk rotation, combining flexion and rotation without added load.

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Exercise overview

Training details

AbsObliquesHip Flexors

Equipment

Decline Bench

Sets × reps

3 × 10 / side

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Lie on a decline bench with both feet secured and the arms crossed over the chest.
  2. 02Brace the trunk and roll up under control until the torso reaches a stable seated angle.
  3. 03Rotate the rib cage to one side without jerking the arms or allowing the knees and pelvis to follow.
  4. 04Return to center, then lower the spine to the bench under control.
  5. 05Repeat and rotate to the opposite side, alternating evenly.

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