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Abs · Intermediate

EZ-Bar Shoulder Press Sit-up

Trunk-flexion drill that develops abdominal strength and control using an EZ bar, with emphasis on the shoulders.

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Exercise overview

Training details

AbsShouldersTriceps

Equipment

Ez Bar

Sets × reps

3 × 12

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.
  2. 02Hold the EZ barbell above your chest with arms extended.
  3. 03Engage your core and lift your upper body towards your knees.
  4. 04Press the barbell overhead as you reach the top of the sit-up.
  5. 05Lower back down to the starting position and repeat.

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