Which muscles does the decline sit up work?

The decline sit up mainly works your abs. It also involves your hip flexors.

How many sets and reps should I do?

A common starting point is 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 12 controlled reps, with a weight that leaves a couple of reps in reserve. Adjust it to your goal and experience, and stop if something hurts.

How do I track the decline sit up in SweatByte?

Add it to a routine or a workout. Log the reps for each set. SweatByte shows your last session's numbers on every set, so you know what to beat.

Decline Sit Up: how to do it and muscles worked

The decline sit up mainly works your abs, with help from your hip flexors. You need a bench.

Muscles worked

Main

Helping

Hip flexors

How to do the decline sit up

1
Lie back on a decline bench with your feet tucked under the pads, knees bent and arms crossed on your chest.
2
Curl your body up until your torso is upright, tightening your abs as you rise.
3
Lower slowly until your back is nearly flat again. Breathe out as you sit up and in as you lower.

Form tip: Begin with a mild decline; a steeper slope makes it much harder and can strain your lower back.

Common questions

Which muscles does the decline sit up work?: The decline sit up mainly works your abs. It also involves your hip flexors.
What equipment do I need for the decline sit up?: You need a bench.
How many sets and reps should I do?: A common starting point is 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 12 controlled reps, with a weight that leaves a couple of reps in reserve. Adjust it to your goal and experience, and stop if something hurts.
How do I track the decline sit up in SweatByte?: Add it to a routine or a workout. Log the reps for each set. SweatByte shows your last session's numbers on every set, so you know what to beat.

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General information, not medical advice. Learn the movement with light weight first, and see a doctor or physiotherapist if you have an injury or pain. More guides in Learn.