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Dumbbell Overhead Sit-Up with Legs on Bench

Loaded sit-up performed with the legs supported on a bench and a dumbbell held overhead throughout the repetition.

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Exercise overview

Training details

AbsHip FlexorsShouldersCore

Equipment

Dumbbell

Sets × reps

3 × 12

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Lie on the floor with the lower legs supported on a stable bench and hold a light dumbbell above the chest with straight arms.
  2. 02Brace the abdomen and keep the dumbbell stacked over the shoulders as the torso begins to curl upward.
  3. 03Continue the sit-up without bending the elbows or throwing the weight forward.
  4. 04Finish in the highest controlled position while keeping the ribs down and shoulders stable.
  5. 05Lower the torso under control while the dumbbell remains overhead, then reset before repeating.

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